Understanding respiratory virus patterns and community readiness
Official title: IP24-045, PREVENT: Preparedness through Respiratory Virus Epidemiology and Community Engagement
Funded at University of California, San Diego · NIH-11261515 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about understanding how respiratory viruses spread and how we can better prepare our communities to handle them, and it invites people to join in discussions and activities to help raise awareness and find effective ways to stay safe.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $893,037 |
| NIH project number | 6U01IP001238-01M001 |
| Project ID | NIH-11261515 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include community members who are interested in respiratory health and preparedness initiatives.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with no interest in community engagement or those living outside the study area may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on analyzing the epidemiology of respiratory viruses and enhancing community preparedness through engagement. It aims to gather data on virus spread and impact while involving community members in the process. By utilizing a collaborative approach, the research seeks to identify effective strategies for managing respiratory virus outbreaks. Patients may be engaged in discussions and activities that promote awareness and preparedness in their communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved community responses and reduced impact of respiratory virus outbreaks.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that community engagement can significantly enhance public health responses to infectious disease outbreaks.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Laurent, Louise Chang — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Laurent, Louise Chang
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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.