Improving diagnosis and surveillance of malaria infections
Official title: Area C Pathogenesis and Diagnosis
Funded at University of Florida · NIH-11077848 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to improve how we find and understand malaria infections, especially the ones that don’t show symptoms but can still spread the disease, and it invites patients to help by sharing samples or information to make testing and treatment better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project start | April 22, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $148,374 |
| NIH project number | 5U19AI181594-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11077848 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals living in malaria-endemic regions, particularly those who may be asymptomatic carriers of the disease.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in malaria-endemic areas or those who have never been exposed to malaria may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the detection and understanding of malaria infections, particularly asymptomatic cases that contribute to ongoing transmission. By utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and systems biology approaches, the project aims to identify subclinical infections of various malaria species, including those that are often missed by current testing methods. The research will also explore the epidemiological factors that lead to these infections, which is crucial for effective malaria elimination strategies. Patients may be involved in providing samples or data to help improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment approaches.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate malaria diagnoses and better treatment strategies, ultimately reducing malaria transmission and improving public health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in improving malaria diagnostics and understanding asymptomatic infections, indicating that this approach has potential for significant impact.
Where this research is happening
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University of Florida
Gainesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dinglasan, Rhoel David Ramos — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Dinglasan, Rhoel David Ramos
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.