Improving tests for antibiotic resistance in pets
Official title: Enhancing Performance of Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST) in Support of Vet-LIRN Activities
Funded at North Dakota State University · NIH-10828498 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at two different ways to test how well antibiotics fight common bacterial infections in pets, so we can find the best method to help keep both animals and humans healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | North Dakota State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fargo, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $84,637 |
| NIH project number | 1U18FD008033-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10828498 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are companion animals, such as dogs and cats, that are suffering from bacterial infections.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have bacterial infections or are not companion animals may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research compares two different methods for testing how well antibiotics work against common bacterial infections in companion animals. The study will evaluate the performance of Sensititre™ Vet AST plates against bioMérieux Vitek® AST cards, focusing on bacteria that can affect both pets and humans. By identifying the most effective testing method, the research aims to enhance the accuracy of antimicrobial susceptibility testing, which is crucial for treating infections in animals. The findings could also provide insights into trends of antibiotic resistance that impact human health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate treatment options for bacterial infections in pets, improving their health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: While this specific comparison has not been widely tested, similar approaches in antimicrobial susceptibility testing have shown promise in improving treatment outcomes in both veterinary and human medicine.
Where this research is happening
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North Dakota State University
Fargo, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Maddock, Kelli — North Dakota State University
- Study coordinator: Maddock, Kelli
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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.