Design and implementation of a human challenge model for Neisseria gonorrhoeae

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http://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/2005380

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Funded Activity Summary

Gonorrhoea is a major public health problem that can lead to severe disease and promote the spread of HIV. Gonorrhoea infections are increasing worldwide and the spread of antibiotic resistant gonorrhoea is a critical health threat. This study aims to develop a controlled infection model for male throat and genital gonorrhoea infection in order to improve scientific understanding of gonorrhoea infection and responses to novel antibiotic treatment; and provide insights into vaccine development.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-01-2020

End Date: End date not available

Funding Scheme: Postgraduate Scholarships

Funding Amount: $132,743.00

Funder: National Health and Medical Research Council

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Other Keywords

clinical microbiology | neisseria gonorrhoeae | public health | sexually-transmitted infections (sti)

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