A program to improve HIV prevention and treatment for adolescents and young adults.
University of South Florida Site Consortium - Adolescent Medicine Trials Network for HIV/AIDS Interventions (ATN) Operations and Collaborations Center (UM2 Clinical Trial Optional)
This study is all about helping young people who are at risk for or living with HIV by connecting them with care and support in their communities, so they can get the help they need and improve how we prevent and treat HIV together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Westat, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10880585 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on engaging and supporting adolescents and young adults who are at risk for or living with HIV. The program aims to enroll these individuals in care and research through a collaborative network that includes community programs and health systems. By utilizing established strategies and innovative approaches, the research seeks to enhance prevention and treatment methods for HIV, addressing the specific needs of youth. Participants will benefit from a supportive environment that emphasizes community involvement and empowerment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults, particularly those at risk for or living with HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who are not adolescents or young adults, or who do not have a risk of or live with HIV, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention and treatment strategies for adolescents and young adults living with or at risk for HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in similar community-based approaches to HIV prevention and treatment among youth.
Where this research is happening
Rockville, United States
- Westat, INC. — Rockville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Emmanuel, Patricia J — Westat, INC.
- Study coordinator: Emmanuel, Patricia J
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.