Improving operations and equipment for a biosafety laboratory
Official title: Facility Management, Maintenance and Operations Core
Funded at University of Alabama at Birmingham · NIH-10910220 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure the UAB Southeastern Biosafety Laboratory has the right tools and trained staff to safely research new infectious diseases, helping to improve how we detect and treat these illnesses.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project start | August 18, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,882,902 |
| NIH project number | 5UC7AI180255-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10910220 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals involved in infectious disease research or those affected by emerging infectious diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research or do not have a direct connection to infectious diseases may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the operational support and maintenance of the UAB Southeastern Biosafety Laboratory (SEBLAB) in Birmingham, Alabama. It aims to ensure that the facility is equipped with the necessary scientific equipment and staffed with highly trained personnel to conduct research on emerging infectious diseases. By investing in facility maintenance and replacing outdated equipment, the project seeks to foster a safe environment for high containment research, ultimately leading to advancements in the detection, treatment, and control of infectious diseases.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved safety and effectiveness in the study and management of infectious diseases, benefiting public health.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focused on enhancing biosafety laboratory operations have shown success in improving research outcomes and safety protocols.
Where this research is happening
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Leal, Sixto Manuel — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Leal, Sixto Manuel
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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.