Award
National Institutes of Health 11386843
ENHANCEMENT OF CD4CAR T-CELL PERSISTENCE IN VIVO
Recipient
University of Washington
Award Amount
$77,600.00
Ceiling
$77,600.00
Awarded
August 25, 2025
Identifier
11386843
This award funds research to improve the persistence of HIV-targeting CAR T cells using IL15 cytokine, validated in non-human primates, supported by NIH with $77,600.
Description
The project focuses on advancing HIV-targeting CAR T cells with enhanced long-term persistence. The research aims to overcome soluble antigen effects and extend T-cell persistence using IL15 cytokine. The project involves validation in non-human primate models and aims to develop expertise in gene therapy and immunotherapy for HIV. Funding is provided by NIH, with a total award amount of $77,600. The project is part of NIH PA-20-203 funding opportunity.