Understanding how tuberculosis spreads among teenagers using location data
Tuberculosis in teens: a geospatial approach to predict community transmission
This study is looking at how tuberculosis spreads among teenagers aged 10-19 in Lima, Peru, to better understand their social interactions and find out where the disease is most common, so we can create better ways to help keep them healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University Medical Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10875614 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the transmission of tuberculosis (TB) specifically among adolescents aged 10-19 years, a group often overlooked in TB studies. By utilizing geospatial and genetic analysis, the research aims to identify where and how TB spreads in communities, particularly focusing on adolescents' unique social interactions. The study will analyze existing data from Lima, Peru, to map out transmission patterns and identify hotspots of TB cases among teenagers. This approach will help in understanding the dynamics of TB transmission in this age group, which is crucial for developing targeted interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 10-19 years who may be at risk of tuberculosis exposure or infection.
Not a fit: Patients outside the adolescent age range or those who do not reside in high-burden TB areas may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective strategies for preventing and controlling tuberculosis transmission among adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically targeting adolescents with a geospatial approach, similar methodologies have shown promise in understanding TB transmission in other populations.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston University Medical Campus — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brooks, Meredith Blair — Boston University Medical Campus
- Study coordinator: Brooks, Meredith Blair
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.