Improving diagnosis and control of intestinal schistosomiasis in Kenya.
Official title: RFA-GH-22-001, Monitoring morbidity, evaluation of new diagnostic tools; interventions to reduce or interrupt transmission, and improving surveillance for intestinal schistosomiasis.
Funded at Safe Water and AIDS Project (Swap) · NIH-10919256 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on better ways to detect and manage intestinal schistosomiasis, a disease caused by parasites, by creating new, affordable tests and exploring ways to reduce its spread, especially in western Kenya.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Safe Water and AIDS Project (Swap) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kisumu, Kenya) |
| Project start | September 30, 2022 |
| Project end | September 29, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $314,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U01GH002386-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10919256 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in areas with high rates of schistosomiasis infection, particularly in western Kenya.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in endemic areas or those who are not infected with schistosomiasis may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the monitoring and evaluation of intestinal schistosomiasis, a disease caused by parasitic worms. It aims to develop new diagnostic tools that are more effective and affordable, especially for detecting light infections. The project will also explore various interventions to reduce the transmission of the disease and improve surveillance methods in western Kenya. By conducting interconnected studies, the research seeks to provide a comprehensive approach to managing schistosomiasis and its associated health impacts.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diagnosis and control of schistosomiasis, ultimately improving health outcomes for affected patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in improving disease control through enhanced diagnostics and interventions for similar parasitic infections.
Where this research is happening
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Safe Water and AIDS Project (Swap)
Kisumu, Kenya Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Odiere, Maurice Reuben — Safe Water and AIDS Project (Swap)
- Study coordinator: Odiere, Maurice Reuben
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.