Award
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases 1U01AI173346-01A1
Investigating the immunomodulatory role of the Nonclassical MHC Molecule HLA-F in Human Pregnancy
Recipient
University of Chicago
Award Amount
$818,457.00
Ceiling
$818,457.00
Awarded
April 02, 2026
Identifier
1U01AI173346-01A1
NIH grant awarded to University of Chicago to study the immunomodulatory role of HLA-F in human pregnancy, focusing on expression, regulation, receptor interactions, and immune functions.
Description
This NIH grant focuses on immunology and reproductive biology, with an emphasis on HLA-F molecule functions during pregnancy. The project aims to identify cell types expressing HLA-F during gestation, analyze factors regulating its conformers, and establish receptor engagement and functional consequences.