Support for developing vaccines and biologics for infectious diseases
Official title: Task V01: Administrative Support for Evaluation and Testing Services (ETS) for Vaccines and other Biologics for Infectious Diseases
Funded at Battelle Centers/pub Hlth Res & Evaluatn · NIH-11140930 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping create new vaccines to fight infectious diseases, including those that could come from bioterrorism, so that patients like you can have access to safe and effective vaccines in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Battelle Centers/pub Hlth Res & Evaluatn NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, United States) |
| Project start | September 12, 2018 |
| Project end | September 11, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $163,946 |
| NIH project number | 272201800013I-P00009-27200001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11140930 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals at risk for emerging infectious diseases or those who may be affected by bioterrorism.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with established vaccines for their conditions or those not at risk for infectious diseases may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing essential administrative and technical support for the development of vaccines and biologics aimed at combating infectious diseases, including those that may arise from bioterrorism. It involves conducting feasibility studies, training workshops, and quality oversight to ensure that new vaccine candidates meet regulatory standards. The project also includes testing for immunogenicity and efficacy, as well as safety assessments, to facilitate the submission of necessary applications for new drug approvals. Patients may benefit from the eventual availability of new vaccines that are developed through this comprehensive support system.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of new vaccines that protect against serious infectious diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in developing vaccines through similar administrative and technical support frameworks.
Where this research is happening
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Battelle Centers/pub Hlth Res & Evaluatn
Columbus, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rudge, Thomas — Battelle Centers/pub Hlth Res & Evaluatn
- Study coordinator: Rudge, Thomas
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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.