Developing prevention strategies for youth living with HIV
Official title: Scientific Leadership Group Core
Funded at Florida State University · NIH-10993599 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to help teenagers living with HIV or at risk of getting it in the U.S., by working together with experts to create smart and effective prevention strategies that really fit their needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tallahassee, United States) |
| Project start | January 25, 2023 |
| Project end | November 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $3,576,547 |
| NIH project number | 5UM2HD111102-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10993599 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include adolescents and young adults living with HIV or those at risk of HIV infection.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not adolescents or young adults, or those who do not have any risk factors for HIV, may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating and implementing effective prevention strategies for adolescents living with HIV and those at risk in the United States. It involves a collaborative effort among experienced scientists and clinical investigators to address the unique challenges faced by this population. The project aims to refine and support a scientific agenda that targets the HIV epidemic among youth, ensuring that the strategies developed are developmentally appropriate and impactful. By fostering collaboration and innovation, the research seeks to enhance communication and partnerships within the field of adolescent HIV prevention and care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve HIV prevention and care strategies for adolescents, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in developing targeted interventions for youth living with HIV, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
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Florida State University
Tallahassee, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hightow-Weidman, Lisa B — Florida State University
- Study coordinator: Hightow-Weidman, Lisa B
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.