The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) awarded a $170,640 Project Grant under the Allergy and Infectious Diseases Research program (CFDA 93.855) to The Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. The five-year grant, which began on April 23, 2025 and will run through March 31, 2030, will support Dr. Saravanan Raju's research aimed at dissecting the basis of broad and durable immunity to arthritogenic alphaviruses. The proposed research will involve studying the induction of cross-reactive B cells in response to alphavirus infections in mice, with the goal of informing the development of pan-alphavirus vaccines. Dr. Raju plans to acquire additional scientific, grant-writing, and laboratory management skills through coursework, workshops, and mentored practical training in B cell repertoire analysis and cryo-electron microscopy techniques. The research will be conducted at The Washington University, which provides an outstanding environment for Dr. Raju to develop his independent research career, including access to an expert advisory committee and robust research infrastructure within the Diamond Laboratory.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $170.6k | 4/23/25 |