Improving public health in Bangladesh by studying emerging infections.
Official title: RFA-GH-24-033, Advancing Public Health Research in Bangladesh
Funded at International Ctr/diarrhoeal Dis Res · NIH-11052416 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding and fighting new infections that could harm people's health in Bangladesh by looking at how humans, animals, and the environment are all connected, and it aims to create better ways to diagnose and treat these illnesses.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | International Ctr/diarrhoeal Dis Res NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dhaka, Bangladesh) |
| Project start | September 30, 2024 |
| Project end | September 29, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $3,960,721 |
| NIH project number | 1U01GH002403-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11052416 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in Bangladesh who may be affected by emerging infectious diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of Bangladesh or those not at risk for emerging infections may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing emerging infections that threaten public health in Bangladesh. It employs a One Health approach, which means it looks at the connections between human, animal, and environmental health. The team will establish surveillance systems and use both laboratory and field methods to understand the epidemiology of these infections. They will also develop and test new diagnostics, vaccines, and therapeutics to combat these health threats.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostics and treatments for infections that affect both humans and animals, ultimately enhancing public health.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using a One Health approach to tackle infectious diseases, indicating that this methodology is promising.
Where this research is happening
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International Ctr/diarrhoeal Dis Res
Dhaka, Bangladesh Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Banu, Sayera — International Ctr/diarrhoeal Dis Res
- Study coordinator: Banu, Sayera
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.