Understanding the differences in tuberculosis from lab models to human cases
Official title: Tuberculosis: Heterogeneity from Experimental Models to Human Disease
Funded at Keystone Symposia · NIH-11072739 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about a conference where scientists will come together to share ideas on how tuberculosis affects people differently and how treatments can be improved, with the hope of finding better ways to manage this serious disease.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Keystone Symposia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Silverthorne, United States) |
| Project start | January 23, 2025 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $6,500 |
| NIH project number | 1R13AI188928-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11072739 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals affected by tuberculosis or those at high risk of infection.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affected by tuberculosis or who do not have risk factors for the disease may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research involves a conference focused on tuberculosis, which is a leading cause of infectious disease deaths worldwide. The event will gather scientists from around the world to discuss the various immune responses and biological factors that influence tuberculosis outcomes. By examining the differences in how tuberculosis affects individuals and how it responds to treatments, the conference aims to foster collaborations that could lead to improved understanding and management of the disease. Participants will explore both experimental models and human responses to infection and vaccination.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better strategies for preventing and treating tuberculosis, ultimately saving lives.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and research initiatives have successfully advanced the understanding of tuberculosis and its treatment, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Keystone Symposia
Silverthorne, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sheppard, Terry L. — Keystone Symposia
- Study coordinator: Sheppard, Terry L.
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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.