Management and coordination of research on coccidioidomycosis
Official title: SA-CCRC Administrative Core
Funded at University of Texas San Antonio · NIH-11004647 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping researchers work together better to find new ways to understand and treat coccidioidomycosis, a fungal infection, while also supporting new scientists in their journey.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas San Antonio NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2022 |
| Project end | December 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $271,401 |
| NIH project number | 5U19AI166761-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11004647 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals affected by coccidioidomycosis or those at risk of infection.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to coccidioidomycosis may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the administrative core of the San Antonio-based Collaborative Research Center on Coccidioidomycosis, which aims to effectively manage and supervise various multidisciplinary activities related to coccidioidomycosis. The core will ensure that all research activities are well-coordinated, financially overseen, and compliant with regulations. It will also support junior investigators and new researchers in the field through pilot funding and mentorship. By streamlining operations, the core seeks to maximize the impact of research efforts on this fungal infection.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and management of coccidioidomycosis, potentially enhancing treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have gone: While the administrative approach is essential for coordinating research, similar multidisciplinary frameworks have shown success in enhancing research outcomes in other fields.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas San Antonio
San Antonio, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hung, Chiung-Yu — University of Texas San Antonio
- Study coordinator: Hung, Chiung-Yu
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.