Investigating how a new canine coronavirus affects humans
Official title: Origin and host adaptation of the novel canine coronavirus (CCoV-HuPn-2018) isolated from a human pneumonia patient
Funded at Ohio State University · NIH-10912437 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into whether certain dog coronaviruses can make people sick and how they might change to infect humans, and it invites patients to help by sharing samples or information to better understand the effects of these viruses on our health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ohio State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | August 23, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $239,852 |
| NIH project number | 5R21AI168810-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10912437 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals who have experienced respiratory illnesses and may have been exposed to canine coronaviruses.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not had respiratory issues or exposure to canines may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research explores the potential for canine coronaviruses to infect humans and cause respiratory illnesses. By conducting complete genomic sequencing of various canine coronaviruses, the study aims to understand their origins and how they may adapt to infect humans. The research will analyze genetic similarities between different strains to assess the risk of human-to-human transmission. Patients may be involved in providing samples or data to help identify the impact of these viruses on human health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and management of respiratory illnesses caused by canine coronaviruses in humans.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has indicated that coronaviruses can jump from animals to humans, suggesting that this investigation could build on established findings.
Where this research is happening
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Ohio State University
Columbus, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vlasova, Anastasia Nickolaevna — Ohio State University
- Study coordinator: Vlasova, Anastasia Nickolaevna
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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.