Modeling social interactions to control infectious diseases like COVID-19
Network Intervention Planning without Actual Network Data for Infectious Disease Control
['FUNDING_CAREER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES · NIH-11009500
This study is looking at how people's social connections can help us find better ways to stop the spread of COVID-19 while still letting everyone go about their daily lives, so we can come up with smart strategies to keep you and your community safe.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_CAREER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11009500 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to use social network models to understand and control the spread of infectious diseases, particularly COVID-19. By simulating interactions among individuals based on their behaviors and social structures, the study aims to identify effective strategies for reducing virus transmission while allowing people to maintain their daily activities. The approach includes analyzing various non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) and their potential impact on infection rates. Patients may benefit from insights that could lead to more effective public health policies and interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in communities affected by COVID-19 and those interested in public health interventions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by or at risk for infectious diseases may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for controlling infectious disease outbreaks, ultimately protecting public health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using network-based simulations for infectious disease control, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES — LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: NISHI, AKIHIRO — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES
- Study coordinator: NISHI, AKIHIRO
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.