Developing models to understand infectious diseases.
Official title: Pre-Clinical Models of Infectious Diseases
Funded at University of Florida · NIH-11197671 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to treat infectious diseases by creating models that mimic these illnesses, so that researchers can discover new treatments that could help patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2024 |
| Project end | July 14, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,500 |
| NIH project number | 75N93024D00034-0-759302400001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11197671 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals at risk of infectious diseases or those who may benefit from new treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-infectious diseases or those who are not at risk for infectious diseases may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating pre-clinical models to better understand infectious diseases and how they can be treated. By simulating various infectious conditions in a controlled environment, researchers aim to identify effective medical countermeasures and treatments. Patients may benefit from the insights gained through these models, which could lead to improved therapies and preventive measures against infectious diseases.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of new treatments and preventive strategies for infectious diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in developing pre-clinical models for infectious diseases, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of Florida
Gainesville, United States Active
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.