Advancing prevention methods for pediatric HIV and related conditions
Official title: Resource to Advance Pediatric and HIV Prevention Science (RAPPS): Bioanalytical Support Services
Funded at Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute · NIH-10850755 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on new ways to prevent HIV in kids by developing and testing new medicines and devices, so that they can eventually be approved for use and help keep children healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Albuquerque, United States) |
| Project start | April 15, 2023 |
| Project end | April 14, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $20,168 |
| NIH project number | 75N93023D00004-0-759302300001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10850755 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include children and adolescents at risk for HIV or those living with HIV, particularly in communities with high prevalence rates.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not at risk for HIV or who do not have HIV-related health issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to provide essential support for the development of new products and therapies aimed at preventing HIV in pediatric populations. It focuses on creating and refining research materials and preclinical products that can lead to FDA approvals for new drugs or devices. By collaborating with various partners, the project seeks to fill gaps in the current development process, ensuring that promising prevention strategies are tested and brought to clinical trials efficiently.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to innovative prevention methods and treatments for HIV in children, significantly improving health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in developing HIV prevention strategies, indicating that this approach has the potential for meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
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Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute
Albuquerque, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Keuhl, Philip — Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Keuhl, Philip
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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.