What makes influenza A spread between people
Administrative Core - Drivers of influenza A virus transmission in humans
A team of scientists will find out how influenza A spreads between people so future prevention and care can be improved.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11323034 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program brings together researchers at Emory and Virginia Tech to study the factors that drive flu transmission in humans. Clinical studies will collect samples and detailed information from people with influenza A and their contacts. An Administrative Core will coordinate the teams, manage and share the clinical sample sets and data, and organize regular meetings so findings are combined efficiently. By pooling samples and analyses across projects, the program aims to uncover clearer signals about how the virus spreads.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal participants are people with confirmed influenza A infection and their close contacts who can provide biological samples and illness-related information.
Not a fit: People without influenza A infection or those unwilling to provide samples or follow study procedures are unlikely to receive direct benefits from participating.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the work could lead to better ways to prevent flu spread, such as improved public-health guidance, targeted protections, or new intervention approaches.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have identified some transmission factors, but this coordinated, multidisciplinary sample-sharing approach seeks to produce more comprehensive and actionable insights.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lowen, Anice C — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Lowen, Anice C
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 below.