Connecting people to HIV testing and prevention through social networks
Test-to-PrEP: A Randomized Hybrid Implementation/Effectiveness Trial of a Social Network Strategy to Increase Equitable Reach of HIV Testing and PrEP Information
This project helps current HIV prevention medication users share information and self-tests with their friends and family to expand access to care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11180361 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
We are exploring two ways to help more people get tested for HIV and learn about prevention options. One approach involves current users of HIV prevention medication directly giving HIV self-tests and information to people in their social circles. The other approach involves these users referring their contacts to resources without direct distribution. Our goal is to understand which method works best, how much it costs, and what factors help or hinder its success in communities with high rates of new HIV diagnoses.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are current users of HIV prevention medication (PrEP) who are willing to share information and resources with their social networks.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently using HIV prevention medication or are unwilling to engage their social networks may not directly benefit from this particular approach.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly increase the number of people who get tested for HIV and access life-saving prevention medication, especially in communities that need it most.
How similar studies have performed: This project builds upon successful pilot testing of the Test-to-PrEP strategy, indicating promising initial results.
Where this research is happening
Coral Gables, United States
- University of Miami School of Medicine — Coral Gables, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Doblecki-Lewis, Susanne — University of Miami School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Doblecki-Lewis, Susanne
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.