Developing models to understand infectious diseases.
Official title: Pre-Clinical Models of Infectious Diseases
Funded at Sigmovir Biosystems, INC. · NIH-11197679 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on building models that mimic infectious diseases to help us learn more about how they work and find better treatments, which could ultimately help patients like you get improved care and prevention options.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sigmovir Biosystems, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2024 |
| Project end | July 14, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,500 |
| NIH project number | 75N93024D00020-0-759302400001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11197679 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 therapeutic approaches.
✕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 that simulate infectious diseases to better understand their mechanisms and potential treatments. By utilizing advanced modeling techniques, the research aims to identify effective medical countermeasures against various infectious agents. Patients may benefit from insights gained through these models, which could lead to improved therapies and preventive measures for 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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Sigmovir Biosystems, INC.
Rockville, 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.