Improving treatment for infections resistant to antibiotics
Official title: Advancing Mentorship at the Johns Hopkins Integrated Center for Combating Antimicrobial Resistant Bacteria
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-11136670 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking for better ways to treat infections caused by bacteria that don't respond to regular antibiotics, helping both kids and adults, while also teaching new researchers about this important issue.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | January 24, 2025 |
| Project end | December 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $212,169 |
| NIH project number | 1K24AI185302-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11136670 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals of all ages who are experiencing infections caused by antimicrobial-resistant bacteria.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with infections that are not caused by antimicrobial-resistant bacteria may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing new methods to treat infections caused by antimicrobial-resistant bacteria in both children and adults. The project utilizes advanced techniques like whole genome sequencing to identify genetic factors that contribute to antibiotic resistance. By analyzing bacterial genomes, the research aims to enhance our understanding of how these infections behave and how they can be effectively treated. The findings will also support the training of new researchers in the field of antimicrobial resistance.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for patients suffering from antibiotic-resistant infections.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in using genomic approaches to tackle antimicrobial resistance, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tamma, Pranita — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Tamma, Pranita
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.