Creating a technology-based HIV prevention program for Black women with substance use issues
Official title: Development of a Technology-Based HIV Prevention Intervention for Black Women Who Use Substances
Funded at University of California, San Francisco · NIH-11021039 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a helpful program using technology to support Black women in treatment for substance use disorders, aiming to prevent HIV by addressing their unique challenges and making resources more accessible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | February 15, 2024 |
| Project end | January 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $189,812 |
| NIH project number | 5K23DA060073-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11021039 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black women who are currently in treatment for substance use disorders and are at risk for HIV.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Black women or who are not undergoing treatment for substance use disorders may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a technology-based intervention specifically designed to prevent HIV among Black women undergoing treatment for substance use disorders. The program will build on a previously successful culturally-adapted intervention and will incorporate modern prevention strategies while considering the unique challenges faced by this population. By utilizing technology, the intervention seeks to reach women who may not have access to in-person support due to stigma or limited availability of services. The approach is informed by the intersection of various social factors that contribute to increased HIV risk in this demographic.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of HIV among Black women with substance use disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that technology-based interventions can be effective in both substance use treatment and HIV prevention among Black women, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mccuistian, Caravella — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Mccuistian, Caravella
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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.