Evaluating vaccines for HIV prevention using nonhuman primates
Simian Vaccine Evaluation Unit: Core Activities - Administrative and Technical Support
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · BIOQUAL, INC. · NIH-10376122
This study is testing new AIDS vaccines using monkeys to see how well they work and how they help the immune system, with the goal of finding better ways to prevent HIV infection.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BIOQUAL, INC. (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ROCKVILLE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10376122 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the evaluation of candidate AIDS vaccines through the use of nonhuman primates (NHPs) in preclinical studies. The Simian Vaccine Evaluation Units (SVEUs) provide essential resources for researchers to conduct thorough assessments of immune responses and vaccine efficacy. By utilizing NHP models, the program aims to identify effective strategies for preventing HIV infection and enhancing the immune response to vaccines. The SVEUs support all stages of AIDS vaccine research, from initial evaluations to clinical testing.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals at high risk for HIV who may eventually receive effective vaccines developed from these studies.
Not a fit: Patients who are already living with HIV or those who do not have access to vaccine programs may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of effective vaccines that prevent HIV infection.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research using nonhuman primates for vaccine evaluation has shown promise in developing effective strategies for HIV prevention.
Where this research is happening
ROCKVILLE, UNITED STATES
- BIOQUAL, INC. — ROCKVILLE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LEWIS, MARK — BIOQUAL, INC.
- Study coordinator: LEWIS, MARK
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.