Development of a device to monitor HIV viral load and medication adherence
NIMH SBIR PHASE I TOPIC 001- POINT-OF-CARE HIV VIRAL LOAD AND DRUG ADHERENCE ASSAYS
This study is testing a new device that helps people with HIV check their viral load and medication levels at home, making it easier for them to manage their health and share important information with their doctors.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Giner, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newton, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11222488 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a device that allows individuals living with HIV to monitor their viral load and medication adherence at home or in a point-of-care setting. The device will provide qualitative results regarding the levels of HIV in the body and the concentration of therapeutic drugs. Patients will be able to use this information to manage their health more effectively and share results with their healthcare providers if necessary. The goal is to enhance self-monitoring capabilities and improve treatment outcomes for those affected by HIV.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who are interested in self-monitoring their health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or those who are not engaged in treatment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower patients with HIV to better manage their condition and improve adherence to treatment.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in developing point-of-care devices for monitoring HIV, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Newton, United States
- Giner, INC. — Newton, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rana, Muhit — Giner, INC.
- Study coordinator: Rana, Muhit
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.