Investigating the 3D structures of proteins from infectious diseases like coronaviruses
Official title: Centers for Research on Structural Biology of Infectious Diseases: Coronavirus
Funded at Northwestern University at Chicago · NIH-11160414 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at the tiny structures of proteins from different infectious diseases, like coronaviruses, to help us understand how these germs work, which could lead to new ways to fight them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $279,808 |
| NIH project number | 75N93022C00035-P00010-9999-2 |
| Project ID | NIH-11160414 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals affected by emerging infectious diseases, particularly those caused by coronaviruses.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-infectious diseases or those not affected by the targeted pathogens may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on using advanced structural biology techniques to determine the three-dimensional atomic structures of proteins from various infectious diseases, including coronaviruses. By understanding these structures, researchers aim to uncover the molecular functions of these proteins, which could lead to new insights into how these pathogens operate. The study involves high-throughput methods that allow for the rapid analysis of multiple proteins, making it a cutting-edge approach in the field of infectious disease research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of new treatments or vaccines for infectious diseases, improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using structural biology to understand infectious diseases, indicating that this approach is both promising and tested.
Where this research is happening
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Northwestern University at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Satchell, Karla — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Satchell, Karla
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.