Training program using animal models to improve tuberculosis research
Basic Science Core - Animal models
This study is all about teaching people how to use animal models, like mice and monkeys, to better understand tuberculosis and develop new treatments and vaccines, while also making sure to follow ethical guidelines in research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas Biomedical Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11031406 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on establishing a training program for participants to learn about tuberculosis (TB) using various animal models. It aims to translate laboratory findings into potential human applications by leveraging animal experimentation, particularly with mice and non-human primates. Participants will be educated on ethical considerations in animal research and will gain hands-on experience in designing experiments and testing new therapies and vaccines for TB. The program emphasizes the importance of the three R's: reduction, replacement, and refinement in animal research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals interested in the development of new treatments for tuberculosis or those who may be at risk of TB infection.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by tuberculosis or are not at risk for the disease may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved therapies and vaccines for tuberculosis, ultimately benefiting patients with this disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research using animal models for tuberculosis has shown promise in understanding the disease and developing effective treatments, indicating that this approach is well-established.
Where this research is happening
San Antonio, United States
- Texas Biomedical Research Institute — San Antonio, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hall-Ursone, Shannan — Texas Biomedical Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Hall-Ursone, Shannan
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.