Preparing for and responding to pandemics through advanced research
Official title: UofL RBL Pandemic Preparedness and Response Integrated Research Core
Funded at University of Louisville · NIH-10910209 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about getting ready for future pandemics by looking at how certain germs affect older people and those with chronic illnesses, while also considering the role of environmental toxins, and it's designed for researchers and health experts who want to improve our response to these health threats.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Louisville NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Louisville, United States) |
| Project start | August 18, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,590,949 |
| NIH project number | 5UC7AI180309-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10910209 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals affected by chronic diseases or those at risk of infections from serious pathogens.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with acute infections not related to Risk Group 3 pathogens may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing pandemic preparedness by supporting studies related to Risk Group 3 pathogens at the University of Louisville's Regional Biocontainment Laboratory. It provides scientific expertise for study design, execution of laboratory and animal studies, and data analysis. The core aims to refine infection models and investigate how aging and chronic diseases affect responses to these pathogens, as well as the impact of environmental toxins. This integrated approach allows for collaboration among various academic and industrial partners to improve public health responses.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for managing and preventing pandemics, ultimately saving lives.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in developing effective responses to pandemics using similar integrated approaches.
Where this research is happening
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University of Louisville
Louisville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Palmer, Kenneth E — University of Louisville
- Study coordinator: Palmer, Kenneth 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.