Exploring how mothers protect their children from norovirus
Understanding protection against norovirus at the maternal-child interface
This study is looking at how things from mothers can help keep babies safe from norovirus, a virus that can make kids sick with stomach problems, and it hopes to find ways to better protect young children from getting infected.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11019749 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how maternal factors contribute to protecting infants from norovirus, a common cause of gastroenteritis in children. By examining the maternal-child interface, the study aims to identify specific antibodies and other protective elements that can reduce the incidence of norovirus infections in early childhood. The research employs a combination of field epidemiology and laboratory techniques to gather data and insights. The findings could lead to improved strategies for preventing norovirus infections in young children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include mothers and their infants, particularly those under 11 years old, who are at risk for norovirus infections.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 11 years or those without a maternal-child relationship may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the burden of norovirus infections in infants and young children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding viral immunity in children, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Becker-Dreps, Sylvia Irene — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Becker-Dreps, Sylvia Irene
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.