Understanding how bacteria change and adapt
Population and evolutionary dynamics of recombining genes and alleles in bacteria
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT ALBANY · NIH-11113866
This project helps us understand how bacteria change their genetic material, which can affect how they cause illness and respond to medicines.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT ALBANY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ALBANY, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11113866 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
Bacteria can share DNA with each other, allowing them to gain new abilities like resisting antibiotics or becoming more infectious. This project looks at how often and in what ways different types of bacteria exchange DNA. By studying these genetic changes, we can better understand why some bacteria become dangerous and how they might react to treatments. This knowledge is crucial for developing better ways to fight bacterial infections and manage public health challenges.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Patients who have experienced or are at risk for bacterial infections, especially those with antibiotic-resistant strains, could benefit from the long-term insights gained from this fundamental research.
Not a fit: Patients whose conditions are not related to bacterial infections or their evolutionary dynamics would not directly benefit from this specific research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to a deeper understanding of how bacterial infections evolve, helping us predict and combat antibiotic resistance and emerging diseases more effectively.
How similar studies have performed: While the general concept of bacterial recombination is known, this project explores novel aspects of varying recombination rates and patterns among different bacterial strains.
Where this research is happening
ALBANY, UNITED STATES
- STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT ALBANY — ALBANY, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ANDAM, CHERYL MARIE P — STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT ALBANY
- Study coordinator: ANDAM, CHERYL MARIE P
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.