Investigating diseases that affect public health in Georgia
GH20-004 - Conducting research on diseases of global and local public health importance to create scientific basis for implementation and enhancement of public health policies and practices in Georgia
This study is looking into diseases that affect people in Georgia, especially those spread by animals or insects, to find out what causes them and how to better prevent and treat them, so that everyone can enjoy better health in the community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | National Center for Disease Control NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tbilisi, Georgia) |
| Project ID | NIH-10876889 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding diseases that are significant to both global and local public health in Georgia. It aims to identify the causes, risk factors, and molecular epidemiology of zoonotic and vector-borne illnesses, as well as multi-drug resistant pathogens. By collaborating with local institutions and the CDC, the project seeks to gather scientific evidence that can inform and improve public health policies and practices in the region. Patients may benefit from enhanced disease prevention and response strategies as a result of this research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals living in Georgia who are at risk for zoonotic and vector-borne diseases or those affected by multi-drug resistant infections.
Not a fit: Patients outside of Georgia or those not at risk for the targeted diseases may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health policies and practices that better protect the health of the Georgian population.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research efforts have shown success in other regions, indicating that this approach could be effective in Georgia as well.
Where this research is happening
Tbilisi, Georgia
- National Center for Disease Control — Tbilisi, Georgia (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Imnadze, Paata — National Center for Disease Control
- Study coordinator: Imnadze, Paata
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 below.