Big-data approach to curb HIV, hepatitis C, and opioid problems in the South
Official title: Harnessing big data to arrest the HIV/HCV/opioid syndemic in the rural and urban South
Funded at Vanderbilt University Medical Center · NIH-11537599 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A large data project uses health information from southern communities to reduce HIV, hepatitis C, and opioid-related harm.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project start | June 1, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $114,659 |
| NIH project number | 3R01DA057129-04S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11537599 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Individuals in southern states experiencing HIV, HCV, or opioid-related health challenges who could benefit from improved prevention and care strategies.
✕Less likely to help
People not exposed to or affected by HIV, HCV, or opioid epidemics in this region may see limited direct benefits.
What this research studies
This project analyzes extensive health and administrative data to identify where HIV, HCV, and opioid issues cluster in southern states, including rural areas. By pinpointing high-risk populations and settings, the team aims to guide targeted public health actions and interventions. The work is conducted at Vanderbilt University Medical Center under Dr. Peter F. Rebiero, focusing on regions with the greatest burden and overdose mortality to inform policy and prevention efforts.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the project could lead to more effective prevention and care strategies tailored to southern communities affected by HIV, HCV, and opioid use.
How similar studies have gone: Past studies have used big data to inform public health responses, with variable success depending on data integration and local implementation.
Where this research is happening
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rebeiro, Peter F — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Rebeiro, Peter F
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.