Access and maintenance of a database for contraceptive technologies with anti-infective properties
Official title: NICHD SERVICES: Multipurpose Prevention Technologies (MPT) DATABASE ACCESS AND MAINTENANCE for Contraceptive Research
Funded at Public Health Institute · NIH-11184112 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on new birth control methods that also help protect against infections like HIV and Chlamydia, so people can have better options for safe sex.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Public Health Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, United States) |
| Project start | September 27, 2024 |
| Project end | September 26, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $202,018 |
| NIH project number | 75N94023P00822-P00001-0-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11184112 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals seeking effective contraceptive methods that also offer protection against sexually transmitted infections.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not interested in contraceptive methods or who do not face risks of sexually transmitted infections may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing contraceptive technologies that also protect against infections like HIV and Chlamydia. It aims to create a comprehensive database that tracks the progress of these multipurpose prevention technologies (MPTs) and facilitates collaboration among various stakeholders, including researchers, product developers, and funding agencies. By maintaining up-to-date resources and information, the project seeks to enhance the development of innovative contraceptive methods that also serve as anti-infectives. Patients may benefit from improved contraceptive options that also provide protection against sexually transmitted infections.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of new contraceptive methods that also prevent infections, improving sexual health outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in developing multipurpose prevention technologies, indicating a potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
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Public Health Institute
Oakland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Young Holt, Bethany — Public Health Institute
- Study coordinator: Young Holt, Bethany
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.