Understanding how fungi affect the gut and immune system
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research · NIH-11061758 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how a type of fungus called Candida grows in the gut and how our immune system and metabolism help control it, while also providing a chance for college students to learn more about this important area of research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $130,272 |
| NIH project number | 5P01AI179406-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11061758 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with gastrointestinal disorders or those at risk of fungal infections.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without gastrointestinal issues or those not affected by fungal infections may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the mechanisms by which fungi, particularly Candida, colonize the gastrointestinal tract and how this process is regulated by the immune system and metabolic factors. The Administrative Core will facilitate collaboration among various research projects and cores, ensuring effective communication and coordination among scientists and administrative personnel. It will also promote educational opportunities through a summer internship program for undergraduates interested in medical mycology, enhancing training in this important field.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and management of fungal infections in the gastrointestinal tract, benefiting patients with related disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in understanding fungal colonization and its implications for health, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
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Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hohl, Tobias M — Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research
- Study coordinator: Hohl, Tobias M
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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.