Preparing Seattle for future pandemics
Official title: IP24-045, SEAPREP: Seattle Pandemic Preparedness Cohort
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-11261874 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing people together in Seattle to help us be better prepared for future pandemics by sharing ideas and experiences that can improve how we respond to health crises.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $893,037 |
| NIH project number | 6U01IP001265-01M002 |
| Project ID | NIH-11261874 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include residents of Seattle who are interested in contributing to public health initiatives.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in Seattle or are not interested in public health research may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on building a cohort in Seattle to enhance preparedness for future pandemics. It aims to gather data and insights that can help improve public health responses during infectious disease outbreaks. By involving community members, the research will assess various factors that contribute to effective pandemic management. Patients may be engaged in discussions and activities that inform strategies for better health outcomes during crises.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health strategies that better protect communities during pandemics.
How similar studies have gone: While pandemic preparedness research has been conducted in various forms, this specific cohort approach is relatively novel and aims to tailor strategies to the Seattle community.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chu, Helen Ying-Hui — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Chu, Helen Ying-Hui
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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.