Award
NIH Reporter #1F32AI200170-01
Leveraging iPSC-derived Neutrophils to Identify Novel Approaches to Combat Invasive Mold Infections
Recipient
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Award Amount
$78,243.00
Ceiling
$78,243.00
Awarded
June 15, 2026
Identifier
1F32AI200170-01
A research training project evaluating engineered iPSC-derived neutrophils as a potential treatment for invasive mold infections.
Description
The project investigates induced pluripotent stem cell-derived neutrophils as a potential therapeutic approach for invasive mold infections, including their activity against human-pathogenic molds, synergy with approved antifungal drugs, and the role of MYDGF in antifungal responses.