Management and operation of a biocontainment laboratory for infectious diseases

Facility Management, Maintenance and Operation Core

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10910198

This study looks at how to keep a special lab running smoothly and safely so that researchers can work on dangerous germs, like those that cause COVID-19 and tuberculosis, which could help create better treatments and vaccines for everyone.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorCOLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY (nih funded)
Locations1 site (FORT COLLINS, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10910198 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on the management and operation of the BSL3 suites at the Rocky Mountain Regional Biocontainment Laboratory at Colorado State University. These facilities are essential for conducting research on high-risk pathogens, including those that can cause severe diseases like COVID-19 and tuberculosis. The laboratory aims to ensure readiness and rapid response to emerging infectious diseases by maintaining operational efficiency and safety standards. Patients may benefit indirectly through advancements in treatments and vaccines developed from the research conducted in these facilities.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals affected by infectious diseases or those at risk of exposure to emerging pathogens.

Not a fit: Patients with non-infectious diseases or those not at risk of exposure to infectious pathogens may not receive direct benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved responses to infectious disease outbreaks, ultimately enhancing patient care and public health safety.

How similar studies have performed: Other research facilities have successfully operated under similar models, demonstrating the effectiveness of biocontainment laboratories in managing infectious disease threats.

Where this research is happening

FORT COLLINS, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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