Understanding the human virome in healthy individuals
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-10990012 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is exploring the viruses that naturally exist in healthy people to help us understand how they affect our health, and it's being done by a team at the University of Pennsylvania and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2025 |
| Project end | January 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $482,185 |
| NIH project number | 1U54AG089323-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10990012 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include healthy individuals of all ages, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, including African American communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with existing viral infections or significant health issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on studying the human virome, which refers to the collection of viruses present in healthy individuals. The project is led by a team of experienced investigators at the University of Pennsylvania and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, utilizing diverse longitudinal cohorts and biobanks to gather data. The Administrative Core will oversee the organization and scientific direction of the research, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting collaboration among projects. By integrating various studies, the aim is to enhance our understanding of the virome's role in health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights into how the human virome affects health and disease, potentially informing future treatments and preventive measures.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in understanding the human microbiome, suggesting that similar approaches to studying the virome could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Collman, Ronald G — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Collman, Ronald G
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.