Developing models to understand infectious diseases.
Official title: Pre-Clinical Models of Infectious Diseases
Funded at University of South Alabama · NIH-11197706 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about building models that mimic infectious diseases so researchers can learn how they work and find better treatments, which could help patients like you in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Alabama NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Mobile, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2024 |
| Project end | July 14, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,500 |
| NIH project number | 75N93024D00041-0-759302400001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11197706 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 therapies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-infectious diseases or those who do not meet the criteria for the specific models being developed 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 effects. By using these models, researchers aim to test potential medical countermeasures and treatments before they are used in humans. Patients may benefit from advancements in therapies that arise from the insights gained through these models, which could lead to more effective treatments for infectious diseases.
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: Other research has shown success in using pre-clinical models to develop effective treatments for infectious diseases, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of South Alabama
Mobile, 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.