Training local researchers to improve vaccination programs against infections
Official title: Peru Vanderbilt – PREvention through VacciNation Training (PREVENT) program
Funded at Vanderbilt University Medical Center · NIH-11001598 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping local researchers learn how to make vaccination programs better in their communities, so they can create trust and gather important information to fight infections that are hard to treat.
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 | May 1, 2023 |
| Project end | December 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $247,072 |
| NIH project number | 5D43TW012468-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11001598 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in developing countries who are affected by infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistant infections.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not in regions with vaccination program challenges or those who are not affected by infectious diseases may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the effectiveness of vaccination programs in both developed and developing countries by training local researchers. It aims to generate locally relevant evidence that can support vaccine development and implementation, particularly in addressing antimicrobial resistant infections. The program will cover essential topics such as the impact of vaccination on herd immunity and the importance of building trust in vaccination efforts. By equipping researchers with the necessary skills and knowledge, the project seeks to improve the overall success of vaccination initiatives.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective vaccination programs, ultimately reducing the incidence of infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that training local researchers can significantly improve the implementation and effectiveness of vaccination programs.
Where this research is happening
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Grijalva, Carlos G — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Grijalva, Carlos G
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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.