Developing tests to detect and identify drug-resistant infections
Official title: Task Area B: NIAID Preclinical Services for AMR Diagnostics Development
Funded at Advanced Bioscience Laboratories, INC. · NIH-10899146 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on better tests to quickly and accurately find drug-resistant bacteria in people, so patients can get the right treatment faster and feel better sooner.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Advanced Bioscience Laboratories, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kensington, United States) |
| Project start | June 20, 2023 |
| Project end | June 19, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $3,500 |
| NIH project number | 75N93023D00015-0-759302300001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10899146 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have been diagnosed with infections caused by Gram-negative bacteria, particularly those resistant to antibiotics.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with infections caused by non-Gram-negative bacteria or those who do not have drug-resistant infections may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating and improving diagnostic tests that can accurately detect and identify drug-resistant bacteria in humans. By utilizing advanced biological assays, the project aims to enhance the ability to diagnose infections caused by Gram-negative bacteria, which are often resistant to standard treatments. Patients may benefit from more effective and timely diagnoses, leading to better-targeted therapies and improved health outcomes. The research involves collaboration with various laboratories to ensure the development of reliable diagnostic tools.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and timely diagnoses of drug-resistant infections, improving treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in developing diagnostic tests for drug-resistant infections, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
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Advanced Bioscience Laboratories, INC.
Kensington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mayer, Christina — Advanced Bioscience Laboratories, INC.
- Study coordinator: Mayer, Christina
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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.