Understanding the risk of tuberculosis transmission from cattle to humans in South India
Official title: Estimation of risk associated with zoonotic tuberculosis in South India
Funded at Pennsylvania State University, the · NIH-11040354 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into how tuberculosis from cattle and buffalo might spread to people in South India, especially in areas where TB is already common, to help improve health strategies and keep everyone safer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State University, the NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (University Park, United States) |
| Project start | February 20, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $573,487 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AI170753-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11040354 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in South India who have close contact with cattle or consume unpasteurized dairy products.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have any exposure to cattle or do not reside in high TB burden areas may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the risk of zoonotic tuberculosis (zTB) transmission from infected cattle and buffalo to humans in South India. It aims to fill critical knowledge gaps regarding the prevalence of bovine tuberculosis (bTB) and its potential impact on human health, particularly in regions with high TB rates. The study will involve epidemiological investigations and data collection to assess the burden of disease and identify risk factors associated with zTB transmission. By understanding these dynamics, the research seeks to inform public health strategies and interventions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health measures that reduce the transmission of tuberculosis from animals to humans, ultimately saving lives.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in understanding zoonotic diseases through similar epidemiological approaches, indicating the potential for impactful findings in this area.
Where this research is happening
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Pennsylvania State University, the
University Park, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kapur, Vivek — Pennsylvania State University, the
- Study coordinator: Kapur, Vivek
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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.