Preventing infections and antibiotic resistance in children
Mentoring in prevention of healthcare-associated infections and antibiotic resistance
This study is all about helping new doctors learn how to prevent infections and antibiotic resistance in kids, with the goal of making children healthier and reducing the number of infections they get.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10996172 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on mentoring new investigators to develop strategies for preventing healthcare-associated infections and antibiotic resistance in children. Led by Dr. Aaron Milstone, a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician, the project aims to enhance training for junior faculty while exploring innovative approaches such as bacterial culture stewardship and targeting the nasal microbiome. By translating laboratory findings into practical interventions, the research seeks to improve patient outcomes and reduce the incidence of infections in pediatric populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children under 11 years old who are at risk for healthcare-associated infections.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 11 years or those not at risk for infections may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the rates of infections and antibiotic resistance in children, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in similar approaches to infection prevention and antibiotic stewardship, indicating a promising avenue for further exploration.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Milstone, Aaron M — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Milstone, Aaron M
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.