Global surveillance of travel-related infections and outbreaks
Official title: CK21-002 - GeoSentinel Database
Funded at International Society of Travel Medicine · NIH-11196051 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at health problems that travelers and migrants might face by gathering information from clinics around the world, so if you've traveled or moved recently, your experiences can help spot new infections and keep everyone safer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | International Society of Travel Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Alpharetta, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 1, 2021 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $1,000,000 |
| NIH project number | 6U01CK000632-04M001 |
| Project ID | NIH-11196051 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include travelers and migrants who have experienced health issues after returning from abroad.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not traveled or migrated recently may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research utilizes the GeoSentinel Database, a global network of travel medicine clinics, to monitor and analyze health issues faced by travelers and migrants. By collecting data from high-volume clinics across 28 countries, the project aims to identify emerging infections and outbreaks that may not be detected through local surveillance. The approach combines clinical expertise with advanced diagnostic resources to ensure accurate diagnoses and timely responses to health threats. Patients who have traveled or migrated can contribute valuable information that enhances global health security.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved detection and management of infectious diseases affecting travelers and migrants.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research using similar surveillance networks has successfully identified outbreaks and improved public health responses, indicating a strong potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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International Society of Travel Medicine
Alpharetta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Libman, Michael — International Society of Travel Medicine
- Study coordinator: Libman, Michael
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.