Improving tuberculosis care and research for older adults and those with diabetes
Official title: Clinical Research & Patient Care Core (CRPCC)
Funded at Texas Biomedical Research Institute · NIH-11031417 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping older adults and people with diabetes better understand and manage tuberculosis (TB), and it offers training for new researchers to learn how to improve TB care, especially for those living near the US-Mexico border.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas Biomedical Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project start | March 10, 2022 |
| Project end | February 28, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $221,127 |
| NIH project number | 5P30AI168439-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11031417 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 65 and older, particularly those with a history of diabetes or who are at risk for tuberculosis.
✕Less likely to help
Patients under the age of 65 or those without diabetes or TB risk factors may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the understanding and management of tuberculosis (TB) among older adults and individuals with diabetes. It aims to train new investigators in TB clinical research by providing them with essential resources and education on the challenges of TB care, particularly in populations along the US-Mexico border. The program includes hands-on training at clinical sites in San Antonio, Texas, where participants will learn about TB diagnostics, treatment, and epidemiology. The initiative is led by experienced researchers who specialize in TB and its complications in older patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved TB diagnostics and treatment strategies specifically tailored for older adults and those with diabetes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in improving TB management through targeted training and resources, indicating that this approach has potential for significant impact.
Where this research is happening
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Texas Biomedical Research Institute
San Antonio, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schlesinger, Larry S. — Texas Biomedical Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Schlesinger, Larry S.
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.