Supporting new research in respiratory infectious diseases
Official title: Pilot Project Grant Program
Funded at Oklahoma State University Stillwater · NIH-10881711 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is here to support both new and experienced researchers working on respiratory infections by giving them funding and guidance to help them kickstart their projects and gather important data for future studies, all aimed at improving health research in Oklahoma.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oklahoma State University Stillwater NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stillwater, United States) |
| Project start | July 5, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $205,791 |
| NIH project number | 5P30GM149368-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10881711 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include junior researchers and established investigators interested in respiratory infectious diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research or do not have a vested interest in respiratory infectious diseases may not receive direct benefits from this program.
What this research studies
This program aims to foster new research in respiratory infectious diseases by providing funding and guidance to junior and established investigators. It offers seed funding to help researchers generate preliminary data necessary for larger grant applications. Additionally, the program provides essential infrastructure and career guidance to ensure the success of these projects and the researchers involved. By nurturing talent in this field, the program seeks to enhance the overall research landscape in Oklahoma.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in the understanding and treatment of respiratory infectious diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous phases of this pilot project grant program have shown success in enhancing research capabilities and outcomes in the field of respiratory infectious diseases.
Where this research is happening
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Oklahoma State University Stillwater
Stillwater, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Liu, Lin — Oklahoma State University Stillwater
- Study coordinator: Liu, Lin
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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.