Understanding how influenza viruses spread through the air and surfaces
Official title: Virology and aerosol science of IAV infection, explusion and transmission
Funded at Emory University · NIH-11010625 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how the flu spreads from person to person through the air and surfaces, and it involves people who will be safely exposed to the virus to help researchers find better ways to prevent flu outbreaks.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | April 18, 2025 |
| Project end | March 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $414,939 |
| NIH project number | 1P01AI186819-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11010625 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are healthy adults who are willing to be experimentally infected with influenza A virus under controlled conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with severe underlying health conditions or those who are immunocompromised may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how influenza A viruses are transmitted between individuals via aerosols, droplets, and surfaces. By using animal models and controlled human trials, the study aims to identify how different modes of transmission affect the spread of the virus. Participants who are experimentally infected with the virus will help researchers understand the relationship between viral shedding, airborne transmission, and the presence of genetic variants. This knowledge could lead to better prevention strategies against influenza outbreaks.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved methods for preventing the spread of influenza viruses, ultimately protecting public health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies using similar approaches have provided valuable insights into viral transmission, indicating that this research builds on established findings.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lakdawala, Seema S. — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Lakdawala, Seema S.
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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.