Managing funding for human immune system research
Official title: Infrastructure and Opportunity Fund Management Core (IOFMC)
Funded at University of Alabama at Birmingham · NIH-11075866 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping scientists work together to better understand the immune system, which could lead to better treatments for infections and immune-related diseases that might help patients like you in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project start | April 16, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $434,363 |
| NIH project number | 5U19AI181105-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11075866 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with immune-mediated diseases or those interested in advancements in immunology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to the immune system may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on managing and distributing funds to support various projects aimed at understanding the human immune system. It involves coordinating applications for supplemental funding, establishing subcontracts with other research institutions, and overseeing the administrative processes necessary for project execution. Patients may benefit indirectly as the research aims to improve treatments for infectious and immune-mediated diseases through enhanced understanding of immune regulation. The program supports collaborative efforts and pilot projects that could lead to significant advancements in immunology.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention and treatment options for diseases related to the immune system.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focused on human immunology have shown promise in advancing our understanding and treatment of immune-related conditions.
Where this research is happening
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lund, Frances E. — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Lund, Frances E.
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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.