Investigating the long-term effects of tuberculosis and respiratory viruses on lung health in young children in South Africa
Official title: The long-term consequences of pulmonary tuberculosis and respiratory viruses on lung health in young South African children
Funded at Stellenbosch University · NIH-10886715 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how lung infections like tuberculosis and respiratory viruses impact the health of young children in South Africa, with the goal of finding ways to improve their care and lung health in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stellenbosch University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stellenbosch, SOUTH AFRICA) |
| Project start | August 1, 2020 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $112,523 |
| NIH project number | 5K43TW011028-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10886715 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are young children, particularly those under the age of 11, who have a history of pulmonary tuberculosis or respiratory infections.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are older than 21 years or those without a history of tuberculosis or significant respiratory infections may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how pulmonary tuberculosis and respiratory viruses affect lung health in young children, particularly in South Africa where these conditions are prevalent. The project aims to gather and analyze long-term health data from children who have experienced these respiratory infections. By employing advanced statistical methods, the research seeks to identify patterns and outcomes that can inform better healthcare practices and policies for vulnerable populations. The ultimate goal is to translate findings into clinical guidelines that improve lung health in children living in low- and middle-income countries.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved lung health outcomes and better healthcare strategies for children affected by tuberculosis and respiratory viruses.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the long-term effects of respiratory infections in children, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South Africa Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Van Der Zalm, Marieke Margreet — Stellenbosch University
- Study coordinator: Van Der Zalm, Marieke Margreet
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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.