Protecting communities from mosquito and tick diseases
CK22-005, Pacific Southwest Center of Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases
This center brings together experts to find better ways to prevent illnesses spread by mosquitoes and ticks in the Pacific Southwest.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11121711 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Pacific Southwest Center of Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases (PacVec) is dedicated to tackling the growing challenge of diseases spread by insects like mosquitoes and ticks. We bring together leading research institutions and public health agencies to share knowledge and strengthen our ability to fight these illnesses. Our work includes a wide range of research projects aimed at finding and testing new and existing methods to protect people from these diseases. We focus on the Pacific Southwest and US-affiliated Pacific Islands, where these diseases are a significant concern due to our diverse population and global travel connections.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This center's work broadly benefits anyone living in or traveling through the Pacific Southwest and US-affiliated Pacific Islands who is at risk of vector-borne diseases.
Not a fit: Individuals living in regions not affected by vector-borne diseases or those outside the Pacific Southwest and US-affiliated Pacific Islands may not directly benefit from this specific regional effort.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to more effective strategies for preventing diseases like West Nile virus, Zika, and Lyme disease, protecting public health in affected regions.
How similar studies have performed: This center builds upon five years of successful efforts and collaborations, indicating a foundation of proven approaches in addressing vector-borne diseases.
Where this research is happening
Davis, United States
- University of California at Davis — Davis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Barker, Christopher M — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Barker, Christopher 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.