Investigating emerging infectious diseases including COVID-19.
DCR IS REQUESTING THE SERVICES OF LEIDOS BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH, INC. TO INITIATE MANAGEMENT, OVERSIGHT, EXECUTION, CLOSEOUT AND PUBLICATION OF FINDINGS
This study is looking at how to better understand and respond to infectious diseases like COVID-19, so that patients can have improved prevention and treatment options in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Leidos Biomedical Research, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Frederick, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10280902 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a framework to study various emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, with a particular emphasis on conditions like COVID-19. The approach involves observational research to gather data and insights that can inform public health responses and treatment strategies. By utilizing a structured methodology, the research aims to enhance understanding of disease causation and improve management of these health threats. Patients may benefit from the findings that could lead to better prevention and treatment options for infectious diseases.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals of all ages who may be affected by emerging infectious diseases, particularly those at higher risk.
Not a fit: Patients with established chronic conditions unrelated to infectious diseases may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing and treating emerging infectious diseases, benefiting public health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research on emerging infectious diseases has shown success in improving public health responses, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Frederick, United States
- Leidos Biomedical Research, INC. — Frederick, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dmitrovsky, Ethan — Leidos Biomedical Research, INC.
- Study coordinator: Dmitrovsky, Ethan
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.