Understanding how the Coccidioides fungus affects the body and finding better treatments.
Administrative core
This study is looking at how the Coccidioides fungus affects people, especially those with chronic infections or meningitis, to find better ways to diagnose and treat the disease, and even work towards a vaccine, while also helping new researchers learn more about it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11004122 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the Coccidioidomycosis Collaboration Research Center, which aims to explore how the Coccidioides fungus interacts with the human body. By bringing together scientists and clinical experts, the project investigates the disease's pathogenesis and the body's response in various models, including chronic cases and coccidioidal meningitis. The findings will help improve diagnostics, treatments, and potentially lead to vaccine development for this fungal infection. The project also emphasizes mentoring new researchers in the field to foster future advancements.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with coccidioidomycosis or those experiencing chronic symptoms related to this fungal infection.
Not a fit: Patients with other unrelated fungal infections or those not affected by coccidioidomycosis may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostics and treatments for patients suffering from coccidioidomycosis.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding fungal infections and their interactions with the host, indicating potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sil, Anita — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Sil, Anita
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.