Award
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases 1R21AI197487-01
Exploiting symbiosis to identify novel antifungals to combat emerging drug-resistant pathogens
Recipient
University of Michigan
Award Amount
$411,078.00
Ceiling
$411,078.00
Awarded
March 30, 2026
Identifier
1R21AI197487-01
Award for research to discover novel antifungal compounds from symbiotic bacteria to combat drug-resistant pathogens, funded by NIAID with $411,078.
Description
The project focuses on discovering novel antifungal compounds from symbiotic bacteria to combat drug-resistant Candida auris. The project involves rapid screening platforms and yeast genetics to understand mechanisms of action. The funding is multi-year, with a total award amount of $411,078. The project is managed by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID).