Award
NIH Reporter #5R01EY036444-03
Point-of-Care Metagenomics for Rapid Detection of pathogens and Antimicrobial Resistance in Sight-Threatening Ocular Infections
Recipient
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Award Amount
$425,000.00
Ceiling
$425,000.00
Awarded
September 01, 2026
Identifier
5R01EY036444-03
Development of a rapid, culture-independent diagnostic tool for ocular infections using metagenomic sequencing to identify pathogens and predict antimicrobial resistance, enhancing targeted treatment and patient outcomes.
Description
This project aims to develop a precision diagnostic tool using metagenomic sequencing to rapidly detect pathogens and antimicrobial resistance in ocular infections, improving clinical management and patient care.