Support for pandemic preparedness against certain viruses
Official title: Admin-Core
Funded at Vanderbilt University Medical Center · NIH-10863654 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure we're ready for future outbreaks of certain viruses by setting up a team at the Vanderbilt Vaccine Center to help researchers work together better and keep everything organized.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project start | August 20, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,138,445 |
| NIH project number | 1U19AI181979-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10863654 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals involved in or affected by viral pandemics, particularly those related to Bunyavirus and Picornavirus.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not affected by viral infections or those not involved in pandemic preparedness efforts may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing pandemic preparedness for Bunyavirus and Picornavirus through the establishment of an administrative core at the Vanderbilt Vaccine Center. The core will facilitate communication and coordination among various research projects and service units, ensuring effective management and regulatory compliance. It will also oversee budget management and logistical arrangements for meetings, aiming to streamline efforts across the BP4 consortium and the broader scientific community.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could improve the readiness and response to viral pandemics, potentially saving lives and enhancing public health safety.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focused on pandemic preparedness have shown success in improving response strategies and coordination among health organizations.
Where this research is happening
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Crowe, James E — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Crowe, James E
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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.