Understanding and preparing for respiratory virus outbreaks in communities.
Official title: IP24-045, PREVENT: Preparedness through Respiratory Virus Epidemiology and Community Engagement
Funded at University of California, San Diego · NIH-11040976 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to better understand respiratory infections by gathering information from people in the community, not just those in hospitals, and it’s inviting 2,000 residents of San Diego County to share their experiences and symptoms to help improve our knowledge of these illnesses and how they affect everyday life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $5,753,431 |
| NIH project number | 1U01IP001238-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11040976 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals living in San Diego County who are willing to engage in regular health monitoring and surveys.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of San Diego County or those who are unable to participate in regular screenings may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on monitoring respiratory infections by collecting data from diverse communities rather than just hospitals. It aims to understand the full range of symptoms and disease progression, as well as factors affecting transmission and the impact on daily life. The project will enroll 2,000 individuals from San Diego County for regular symptom screenings and surveys to gather comprehensive data. This approach emphasizes community engagement and culturally sensitive methods to ensure broad participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance community preparedness and response to respiratory virus outbreaks, ultimately saving lives.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that community-based approaches to monitoring infectious diseases can be effective, indicating potential success for this novel initiative.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Laurent, Louise Chang — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Laurent, Louise Chang
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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.