Understanding how tuberculosis survives in the air.
Project 2: Essential metabolic objectives of M. tuberculosis aerobiology
['FUNDING_P01'] · WEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV · NIH-11308396
This study looks at how the tuberculosis bacteria survive in the air, hoping to find new ways to prevent and treat the disease, which could help patients better manage their health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_P01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11308396 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the essential metabolic processes of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacteria that causes tuberculosis, particularly in airborne environments. By examining how this bacterium adapts and survives in the air, the research aims to uncover new insights into its biology and potential vulnerabilities. The approach may involve laboratory experiments and analyses of bacterial behavior under various conditions, which could lead to innovative strategies for prevention and treatment. Patients may benefit from improved understanding and management of tuberculosis transmission.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit would include individuals at risk of tuberculosis exposure or those with active tuberculosis infections.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to tuberculosis or those who are not at risk of exposure may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new methods for preventing and treating tuberculosis infections.
How similar studies have performed: While research on tuberculosis has been extensive, this specific focus on its aerobiology and metabolic objectives is relatively novel and may offer new insights.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- WEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: RHEE, KYU Y — WEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV
- Study coordinator: RHEE, KYU Y
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.