Improving laboratories for microbiome research in Puerto Rico
Official title: Alterations and Renovations for Microbiome Facility
Funded at University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences · NIH-11019165 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This project is all about upgrading two labs at the University of Puerto Rico to help scientists study the microbiome, which is important for our health, and to support new researchers in becoming successful in their work.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Juan, United States) |
| Project start | May 15, 2025 |
| Project end | March 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $407,076 |
| NIH project number | 1P20GM156713-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11019165 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals interested in microbiome studies or those affected by conditions influenced by microbiome health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not interested in microbiome research or do not have conditions related to microbiome health may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project focuses on renovating and enhancing two laboratories at the University of Puerto Rico to support microbiome research. The renovations will create a dedicated research core laboratory for the Puerto Rico Center for Microbiome Sciences, which aims to foster the development of junior investigators into competitive researchers. By improving the facilities, the project seeks to facilitate innovative research that can lead to significant advancements in understanding the microbiome's role in health and disease.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to breakthroughs in microbiome-related health issues and enhance the training of new researchers in this critical field.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focused on microbiome facilities have shown success in advancing scientific understanding and fostering new talent in the field.
Where this research is happening
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University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences
San Juan, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sosa, Maria a — University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences
- Study coordinator: Sosa, Maria a
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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.