Understanding how different pathogens interact and affect public health
Model-based inference and forecasting of co-circulating pathogen dynamics
This study looks at how different germs that can make us sick interact with each other and how that affects our health, using smart math to help predict disease patterns and improve how we respond to outbreaks, ultimately helping patients understand and manage infections better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Notre Dame NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Notre Dame, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10888275 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the interactions between various pathogens that can co-circulate and impact public health. It employs advanced mathematical modeling techniques, specifically Bayesian hierarchical modeling, to analyze how these pathogens influence each other and the overall disease dynamics. By integrating diverse data sources, the research aims to enhance disease forecasts and improve public health responses. Patients may benefit from improved understanding and management of infectious diseases through better predictive models.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals affected by infectious diseases, particularly those in regions with multiple co-circulating pathogens.
Not a fit: Patients with isolated infections that do not interact with other pathogens may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate predictions of disease outbreaks and improved public health strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using Bayesian modeling for infectious disease dynamics, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Notre Dame, United States
- University of Notre Dame — Notre Dame, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Perkins, Alex — University of Notre Dame
- Study coordinator: Perkins, Alex
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.