Training program for understanding and controlling infectious diseases
Infectious Diseases Across Scales Training Program
This program is designed to help researchers learn how our immune system works with germs to better understand and prevent infectious diseases, and it offers support for their studies and travel.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10934769 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program focuses on providing interdisciplinary training to researchers in the field of infectious diseases, emphasizing the importance of understanding these diseases across different biological scales. Participants will learn how host immune responses interact with pathogens and how these interactions influence disease transmission at the population level. The program supports six trainees and four affiliates annually, offering them financial support for their research and travel. By integrating knowledge from various fields, the training aims to enhance the ability to control and prevent infectious diseases effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program include graduate students and early-career researchers interested in infectious diseases and their impact on public health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in research or training programs related to infectious diseases may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for controlling and preventing infectious diseases, ultimately reducing human suffering and mortality.
How similar studies have performed: Other interdisciplinary training programs have shown success in enhancing research capabilities and improving outcomes in infectious disease control, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: De Roode, Jacobus — Emory University
- Study coordinator: De Roode, Jacobus
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 below.