Understanding how jails contribute to the spread of MRSA in communities
Official title: Elucidating the role of jails in MRSA community transmission
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10982489 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how MRSA, a tough bacteria, spreads from jails to nearby neighborhoods, especially in communities of color, to help find better ways to prevent infections.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | December 1, 2022 |
| Project end | November 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $79,456 |
| NIH project number | 5F32MD017937-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10982489 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from communities with high rates of MRSA infections, particularly those who have been incarcerated or are at risk of incarceration.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to communities affected by high MRSA transmission rates or who have no history of incarceration may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of jails in the transmission of Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) within communities, particularly focusing on communities of color. By analyzing data through genomic-based regression and individual-based modeling, the study aims to uncover how MRSA spreads from jails to the surrounding population. The research highlights the high prevalence of MRSA among detainees and the potential for these facilities to act as amplifiers of infection. The findings could provide insights into effective prevention strategies for MRSA transmission.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health strategies to reduce MRSA infections in communities, particularly among vulnerable populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated that similar approaches to understanding infectious disease transmission in correctional facilities have yielded valuable insights, suggesting this study could build on established findings.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Adediran, Timileyin — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Adediran, Timileyin
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.