Understanding malaria infection patterns in urban Accra, Ghana
Official title: Characterizing the spatial epidemiology of urban malaria infection in Accra, Ghana (MUSE)
Funded at University of South Florida · NIH-10796900 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how malaria spreads in the busy city of Accra, Ghana, to better understand where infections happen and how we can improve ways to control the disease, so we can help keep everyone healthier in crowded neighborhoods.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tampa, United States) |
| Project start | February 28, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $183,354 |
| NIH project number | 5R21AI171225-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10796900 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are residents of urban Accra, Ghana, particularly those living in areas with high malaria transmission.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living outside of urban Accra or those not affected by malaria may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how malaria infections spread in urban areas of Accra, Ghana, where the disease burden is significant. By collecting clinical data and conducting household surveys, the project aims to identify the patterns of malaria transmission and the effectiveness of current monitoring strategies. The study will analyze how many infections go unreported and how they cluster in specific households, which will help in tailoring interventions to the urban environment. The findings will provide crucial insights for developing targeted malaria control strategies that are suitable for densely populated areas.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective malaria control strategies that reduce infection rates in urban populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in understanding malaria epidemiology in rural settings, but this approach in urban environments is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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University of South Florida
Tampa, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stresman, Gillian — University of South Florida
- Study coordinator: Stresman, Gillian
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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.