Exploring the variety of viruses in human populations
Official title: Virome Investigation in Diverse Human Populations
Funded at Broad Institute, INC. · NIH-10990193 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at the different viruses that live in and on our bodies to see how they affect our health, and it's for a diverse group of 4,000 people from various backgrounds to help us learn more about these viruses over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Broad Institute, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cambridge, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2025 |
| Project end | January 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $4,000,000 |
| NIH project number | 1U54AG089325-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10990193 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals from diverse backgrounds, encompassing various ages, genders, and ethnicities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with no interest in viral research or those who do not meet the demographic criteria may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the diverse range of viruses present in and on the human body, known as the human virome. By utilizing advanced genomics, imaging, and computational methods, the project aims to map viral types, monitor changes over time, and catalog various phages. A diverse cohort of 4,000 participants will be selected from existing large studies to ensure representation across different ages, genders, and ethnic backgrounds. The findings could enhance our understanding of how these viruses interact with human health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved insights into viral influences on health and disease, potentially guiding future treatments and preventive measures.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in understanding the human microbiome, suggesting that exploring the virome could yield significant insights as well.
Where this research is happening
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Broad Institute, INC.
Cambridge, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sabeti, Pardis Christine — Broad Institute, INC.
- Study coordinator: Sabeti, Pardis Christine
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.