Investigating how bacteria become resistant to antibiotics
BLRD Research Career Scientist Award Application
This study is looking into how the bacteria that cause gonorrhea become resistant to antibiotics, so we can find better ways to treat infections and keep people healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Health Administration NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Decatur, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10948109 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the mechanisms by which bacterial pathogens, particularly Neisseria gonorrhoeae, develop resistance to antibiotics. The principal investigator has been studying this issue for several years, aiming to uncover the molecular basis of antibiotic resistance. By analyzing how these bacteria evade treatment, the research seeks to contribute to better strategies for managing and treating infections. The findings could lead to improved antibiotic therapies and public health strategies to combat resistant infections.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with gonorrhea or those at risk of antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections.
Not a fit: Patients with infections caused by non-bacterial pathogens or those not affected by antibiotic resistance may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for antibiotic-resistant infections, improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding antibiotic resistance mechanisms, indicating that this approach is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Decatur, UNITED STATES
- Veterans Health Administration — Decatur, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shafer, William Maurice — Veterans Health Administration
- Study coordinator: Shafer, William Maurice
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.