Preparing Seattle for future pandemics
IP24-045, SEAPREP: Seattle Pandemic Preparedness Cohort
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 ID | NIH-11261874 on NIH RePORTER |
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.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include residents of Seattle who are interested in contributing to public health initiatives.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in Seattle or are not interested in public health research may not receive any benefit from this research.
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 performed: 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
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chu, Helen Ying-Hui — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Chu, Helen Ying-Hui
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.