Developing models to understand infectious diseases.
Official title: Pre-Clinical Models of Infectious Diseases
Funded at Colorado State University · NIH-11197708 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on creating models that mimic infectious diseases to help researchers find better treatments and prevention methods, which could lead to improved care for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Colorado State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fort Collins, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2024 |
| Project end | July 14, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,500 |
| NIH project number | 75N93024D00009-0-759302400001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11197708 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 do not respond to standard treatments may not receive 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 evaluate potential medical countermeasures and treatments before they are tested in humans. Patients may benefit from advancements in therapies that arise from these models, as they help identify effective treatments and preventive measures against infectious diseases.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and preventive strategies for infectious diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in developing pre-clinical models for infectious diseases, indicating that this approach is both tested and valuable.
Where this research is happening
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Colorado State University
Fort Collins, 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.