Multi-omics aging and HIV research at Northwestern University
Official title: MWCCS Northwestern University MORE: Multi-omics for HIV/AIDS Aging Research
Funded at Northwestern University · NIH-11325219 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A large, long‑term research project is studying how aging and HIV affect health by collecting and storing biospecimens and analyzing complex data from people with HIV and similar individuals without HIV.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | April 10, 2019 |
| Project end | March 31, 2032 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $3,177,306 |
| NIH project number | 2U01HL146240-08 |
| Project ID | NIH-11325219 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Adults with HIV and similar individuals without HIV who participate in the MWCCS cohort and biospecimen repositories.
✕Less likely to help
Participants not directly contributing biospecimens or data may see no immediate benefit.
What this research studies
This project keeps a community cohort together, collects samples over time, and shares data and biospecimens to understand aging and HIV-related health issues. It uses advanced multi-omics approaches to link biological data with health outcomes in people living with HIV and comparable individuals. The work is managed with strong quality controls to ensure reliable results that can inform future care. The NU CRS collaborates across disciplines to translate findings into better management of aging in the context of HIV.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, findings could improve understanding of aging and HIV and guide better care and prevention for people living with HIV.
How similar studies have gone: Previous cohort studies have advanced knowledge of aging and HIV; this project builds on a well-characterized, ongoing research infrastructure.
Where this research is happening
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Northwestern University
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Palella, Frank J — Northwestern University
- Study coordinator: Palella, Frank J
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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.