Award
NIH Reporter #5F30AI179111-03
Population genomics and relapse epidemiology of Plasmodium ovale in sub-Saharan Africa
Recipient
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Award Amount
$55,114.00
Ceiling
$55,114.00
Awarded
August 05, 2026
Identifier
5F30AI179111-03
This award supports research on the genomics and relapse epidemiology of Plasmodium ovale in sub-Saharan Africa to improve understanding and control of this malaria parasite species.
Description
The project aims to employ genomic and epidemiological methods to understand the population structure and relapse patterns of Plasmodium ovale spp., which are more common than previously thought in sub-Saharan Africa. The research will inform relapse treatment guidelines and provide genomic data for future research and surveillance.