Expanding a breeding colony of rhesus macaques to support HIV/AIDS research
Official title: SPF Rhesus Macaque Breeding Colony Expansion to Support HIV/AIDS-Related Research
Funded at Tulane University of Louisiana · NIH-11009291 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to increase the number of healthy rhesus macaques at Tulane National Primate Research Center to help researchers find better treatments and vaccines for HIV/AIDS, making sure there are enough animals available for important studies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Tulane University of Louisiana NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Orleans, United States) |
| Project start | September 17, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $3,999,041 |
| NIH project number | 1C06OD037747-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11009291 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals involved in HIV/AIDS research or those who may be affected by HIV/AIDS.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in HIV/AIDS research or do not have a connection to this field may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on expanding the specific pathogen-free (SPF) rhesus macaque breeding colony at the Tulane National Primate Research Center to meet the growing demand for these animals in HIV/AIDS-related studies. The colony, which is one of the largest in the country, provides essential resources for researchers investigating treatments and vaccines for HIV/AIDS. By increasing the number of available macaques, the project aims to enhance the capacity for biomedical research that can lead to significant advancements in understanding and combating HIV/AIDS. The approach includes improving breeding operations and infrastructure to ensure a steady supply of healthy animals for research purposes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and vaccines for HIV/AIDS, ultimately benefiting patients affected by this condition.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has successfully utilized similar breeding colony expansions to support significant advancements in biomedical research, particularly in the field of HIV/AIDS.
Where this research is happening
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Tulane University of Louisiana
New Orleans, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Russell-Lodrigue, Kasi E — Tulane University of Louisiana
- Study coordinator: Russell-Lodrigue, Kasi E
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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.