Investigating how climate change affects harmful bacteria in the Chesapeake Bay.
Effects of climate change on prevalence and environmental niches of clinically important vibrios in the Chesapeak Bay
This study looks at how climate change affects the growth of certain bacteria in the Chesapeake Bay that can make people sick, helping us understand the risks and keep seafood-loving communities safe.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Maryland, College Park NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10430116 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research examines the impact of climate change on the prevalence and environmental niches of vibrios, which are bacteria that can cause infections in humans. By analyzing environmental data and bacterial samples from the Chesapeake Bay, the study aims to understand how changing temperatures and precipitation patterns influence the distribution of these bacteria. The findings could help identify risk factors for outbreaks and inform public health strategies to protect communities that rely on seafood from the bay.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals living in coastal communities near the Chesapeake Bay who consume shellfish or are at risk of infection from vibrios.
Not a fit: Patients who do not live in coastal areas or do not consume seafood may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health measures and safer seafood consumption by identifying when and where harmful bacteria are likely to thrive.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in understanding the effects of environmental changes on bacterial populations, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful insights.
Where this research is happening
College Park, United States
- Univ of Maryland, College Park — College Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Huq, Anwar — Univ of Maryland, College Park
- Study coordinator: Huq, Anwar
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.