Evaluating new treatments for coronavirus using small animal models
Task A74: APP- High Throughput Evaluation of Therapeutics in Small Animal Models of Coronavirus Infection
This study is working on creating better small animal models to help us understand coronavirus infections and find new treatments, which could eventually help patients like you who are dealing with coronavirus-related illnesses.
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 ID | NIH-11041953 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and refining small animal models to better understand coronavirus infections and evaluate potential therapeutic options. By using these models, researchers aim to test the efficacy of various candidate treatments in a controlled environment. Patients may benefit from the insights gained through this research, as it could lead to the development of effective therapies for coronavirus-related illnesses.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would be individuals affected by coronavirus infections or those at high risk of contracting the virus.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by coronavirus infections or who have other unrelated health conditions may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new and effective treatments for patients suffering from coronavirus infections.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using animal models to evaluate treatments for infectious diseases, suggesting that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
Logan, United States
- Utah State University — Logan, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Morrey, John — Utah State University
- Study coordinator: Morrey, John
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.