Award
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases 5P01AI120943-09
Contributions of Ebola and Marburg virus VP30 and VP24 proteins to viral RNA synthesis, assembly and egress
Recipient
Washington University
Award Amount
$407,620.00
Ceiling
$407,620.00
Awarded
June 09, 2026
Identifier
5P01AI120943-09
This award funds a research project at Washington University to investigate how Ebola and Marburg virus proteins VP30 and VP24 contribute to viral RNA synthesis, assembly, and egress, using innovative assays that allow study under lower biosafety conditions.
Description
Research project studying the roles of VP30 and VP24 proteins in filovirus replication using virus-like particle assays at BSL2, focusing on interactions with host proteins and their impact on viral growth.