Developing new vaccines for SARS-CoV-2
CIVICS PROGRAM - SARS-CoV-2 STUDIES
This study is all about developing new vaccines and ways to deliver them to help protect people from COVID-19, and it invites patients to help test how well these vaccines work in real life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10391307 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating and testing innovative vaccine candidates and delivery methods to provide strong and lasting immunity against SARS-CoV-2. It involves analyzing immune responses to inform vaccine design, conducting laboratory tests to assess vaccine effectiveness, and performing clinical trials to evaluate safety and efficacy. Patients may be involved in studies that assess how well these vaccines work in real-world scenarios, contributing to the fight against COVID-19.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals who are at risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection or those who are interested in contributing to vaccine development.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for COVID-19 or those who have already been vaccinated may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective vaccines that provide long-lasting protection against COVID-19.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in developing vaccines for similar viral infections, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Krammer, Florian — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Krammer, Florian
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 below.