Support for veterinary diagnostic testing and surveillance programs
Official title: Project Narrative - OADDL Testing Support for CVM Vet-LIRN
Funded at Oklahoma State University Stillwater · NIH-11028239 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping the Oklahoma Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory do a better job of testing samples from animals, their food, and the environment to keep our pets and livestock healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oklahoma State University Stillwater NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stillwater, United States) |
| Project start | June 15, 2019 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $44,880 |
| NIH project number | 2U18FD006671-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-11028239 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include veterinarians, animal health professionals, and researchers involved in animal disease diagnostics.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in veterinary medicine or animal health may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the capabilities of the Oklahoma Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (OADDL) to support the Veterinary Laboratory Investigation and Response Network (Vet-LIRN). It involves testing clinical samples, animal food, feed, and drug samples, as well as environmental samples related to these areas. The laboratory will also provide diagnostic necropsy services as needed. By utilizing advanced technology and expertise, the OADDL aims to improve surveillance and diagnostic efforts for animal health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved animal health diagnostics and better management of animal diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research efforts in veterinary diagnostics have shown success in enhancing disease surveillance and improving animal health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Oklahoma State University Stillwater
Stillwater, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ramachandran, Akhilesh — Oklahoma State University Stillwater
- Study coordinator: Ramachandran, Akhilesh
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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.