Developing models to understand infectious diseases.
Official title: Pre-Clinical Models of Infectious Diseases
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-11197692 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on building models that mimic infectious diseases to help researchers find better ways to treat them, which could lead to new and improved treatment options for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2024 |
| Project end | July 14, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,500 |
| NIH project number | 75N93024D00027-0-759302400001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11197692 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit would include individuals at risk for infectious diseases or those involved in clinical trials for new treatments.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-infectious diseases or those 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 using these models, researchers aim to evaluate the effectiveness of medical countermeasures and develop new strategies for combating infectious diseases. Patients may benefit from advancements in treatment options that arise from the insights gained through these models.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and preventive measures for infectious diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using pre-clinical models to develop effective treatments for various infectious diseases.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, 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.