Understanding Gut Antibodies in HIV-1 Infection
The Public Mucosal Antibody Repertoire in HIV-1 Infection
This project looks at how special antibodies in the gut might help people living with HIV-1 stay healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11158681 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
People living with HIV-1 often face ongoing inflammation and health issues, even with treatment. This project explores how the gut's natural defenses, specifically certain antibodies, interact with gut bacteria to maintain a healthy balance. Researchers are studying gut tissue samples from people with and without HIV-1 to understand how these antibodies change in HIV-1 infection. The goal is to discover if these 'public' antibodies, which are shared among many people, play a key role in gut health and could be harnessed for new treatments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This research is based on samples from people living with HIV-1 and HIV-1-uninfected individuals.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have HIV-1 or related gut inflammation may not directly benefit from this specific line of research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to new ways to reduce inflammation and improve overall health for people living with HIV-1 by strengthening their gut defenses.
How similar studies have performed: While the concept of 'public' antibodies is emerging, this specific application to human HIV-1 gut health is a novel area of exploration.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado Denver — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Santiago, Mario Luis — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Santiago, Mario Luis
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.