Modeling how infections spread in healthcare settings
CK20-003 Modeling Infectious Diseases in Healthcare Research Projects to Im
This study is looking at how infections spread in hospitals to help create better ways to keep patients safe, especially from germs that are hard to treat, so everyone can have a healthier experience while getting care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | North Carolina State University Raleigh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Raleigh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10976404 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding and modeling healthcare-associated infections (HAI) to improve infection control measures. By developing transmission models, the research aims to identify how pathogens spread within healthcare facilities and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions designed to block this transmission. The study will also explore the relationship between antimicrobial resistance and infection spread, providing insights into how resistant bacteria behave in healthcare environments. Patients may benefit from improved infection control practices that arise from the findings of this research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients receiving care in healthcare facilities where infections are a concern.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently receiving care in healthcare settings or those not at risk for healthcare-associated infections may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better strategies for preventing healthcare-associated infections, ultimately reducing patient morbidity and mortality.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using transmission models to understand and control healthcare-associated infections, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
Raleigh, United States
- North Carolina State University Raleigh — Raleigh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lanzas, Cristina — North Carolina State University Raleigh
- Study coordinator: Lanzas, Cristina
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 below.