Investigating how environmental factors affect the survival of SARS-CoV-2 in healthcare settings
Linking SARS-CoV-2 Aerosol Viability and Environmental Factors in Healthcare Settings
This study is looking at how long the COVID-19 virus can stay in the air in hospitals and clinics, so we can figure out which medical activities might spread the virus the most and help keep both healthcare workers and patients safer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909008 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, survives in the air within healthcare environments. By developing a method to measure the size and viability of virus particles in aerosols, the study aims to identify which healthcare activities pose the highest risk of virus transmission. The research will involve collecting aerosol samples during various healthcare procedures to analyze the concentration and size distribution of the virus. This information could help improve safety protocols for healthcare workers and patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients undergoing procedures in healthcare settings where aerosol generation may occur.
Not a fit: Patients who are not receiving care in healthcare settings or those not at risk of COVID-19 exposure may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to enhanced safety measures in healthcare settings, reducing the risk of COVID-19 transmission.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding aerosol transmission of respiratory viruses, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- University of Utah — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kelly, Kerry — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Kelly, Kerry
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.