Center for Latino Health Research Opportunities to reduce HIV, mental health, and substance-use disparities
Official title: Center for Latino Health Research Opportunities-CLaRO
Funded at University of Miami Coral Gables · NIH-11394038 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A focused center in Miami aims to train researchers and support community-driven projects to reduce HIV, mental health issues, and substance use among Latino communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami Coral Gables NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project start | August 21, 2024 |
| Project end | February 28, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $411,591 |
| NIH project number | 5P50MD019468-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11394038 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Latino individuals in Miami-Dade County who are affected by HIV, mental health issues, or substance use, and who could participate in training or implementation projects.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals not connected to the Latino communities in Miami-Dade County or those not engaged with SAVA+MH issues may see limited direct benefit.
What this research studies
This NIH P50 grant supports expanding a longstanding collaboration between UM and FIU to train early-stage investigators in implementation science, with a focus on Latino health disparities related to HIV/AIDS, mental health, and SAVA issues. The program emphasizes community engagement and translating findings into underserved communities in Miami-Dade County. It funds mentorship, collaborative research, and capacity-building to accelerate evidence-based interventions for Latinos affected by HIV, alcohol use, and violence. The center will develop multidisciplinary teams to address these intertwined health challenges and improve access to effective care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the initiative could shorten the time from research to real-world interventions that reduce HIV-related disparities and improve mental health and substance-use outcomes for Latino communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous collaborations within CLaRO have shown promise in reducing disparities through training and community-engaged research, with ongoing efforts to expand impact.
Where this research is happening
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University of Miami Coral Gables
Coral Gables, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Prado, Guillermo — University of Miami Coral Gables
- Study coordinator: Prado, Guillermo
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.