Understanding Campylobacter in Poultry to Reduce Diarrhea in Children
Genomic Epidemiology of Campylobacter in Poultry to Enable the Effective Control of Human Campylobacteriosis in a Middle Income Country
This study is looking at how Campylobacter bacteria, which can cause diarrhea in kids, behaves in chickens on different types of farms, to find out how it might be spreading and how we can better protect children from getting sick.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lima, Peru) |
| Project ID | NIH-11246292 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the Campylobacter bacteria, a leading cause of diarrhea in children, particularly in low-resource settings. It focuses on understanding how this pathogen behaves in poultry, both in small farms and industrial settings, to identify differences in its genetic makeup and resistance to antibiotics. By analyzing samples from chickens and linking this data to local antibiotic use, the study aims to uncover critical information that could help control Campylobacter infections in humans. The findings could lead to better prevention strategies for Campylobacteriosis, especially in vulnerable populations like children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children under 11 years old living in low-resource settings who are at risk of Campylobacter infections.
Not a fit: Patients who are not children or those living in high-resource settings may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of diarrhea caused by Campylobacter in children, improving their health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in understanding Campylobacter in poultry and its impact on human health, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
Lima, Peru
- Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia — Lima, Peru (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schiaffino, Francesca — Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia
- Study coordinator: Schiaffino, Francesca
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.