Christian Medical College Vellore

Grantee website Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India

Purpose

To evaluate molecular diagnostic methods using nasal swabs for lymphatic filariasis to support elimination programs and strengthen evidence-based decisions on stopping mass drug administration in endemic countries.

Division

Global Health

Date

AUGUST 2026

Region served

GLOBAL

Committed amount

$414,788

Grant topic

Enterics, Diagnostics, Genomics & Epidemiology,
Neglected Tropical Diseases

Duration (months)

10

Grantee location

Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India

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