Developing mouse models to test treatments for seasonal and avian influenza.
Official title: Task A04: Mouse Models for Evaluation of Therapeutics against Human Seasonal Influenza and Avian Influenza Strains with Pandemic Potential
Funded at Utah State University · NIH-11200804 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on improving mouse models to help find better treatments and vaccines for seasonal and bird flu, which could help keep people safe during outbreaks.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Utah State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Logan, United States) |
| Project start | September 24, 2024 |
| Project end | September 23, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $496,800 |
| NIH project number | 75N93024D00043-0-759302400003-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11200804 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals at high risk for influenza infections, such as those with compromised immune systems or chronic health conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not at risk for influenza or who have already been vaccinated against the strains being studied may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating and improving mouse models to better understand and evaluate potential treatments for seasonal and avian influenza viruses, particularly those that could lead to pandemics. By simulating human responses to these viruses in mice, researchers aim to identify effective countermeasures that could be used in real-world scenarios. Patients may benefit from this research as it could lead to the development of new antiviral therapies and vaccines that are more effective against these strains of influenza.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments and vaccines for influenza, potentially saving lives during outbreaks.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using animal models to evaluate treatments for influenza, indicating that this approach is both established and promising.
Where this research is happening
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Utah State University
Logan, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cook, Mikayla — Utah State University
- Study coordinator: Cook, Mikayla
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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.