Engaging communities to improve HIV research and interventions for young people
Official title: Community Engagement & Dissemination (CEDC)
Funded at Washington University · NIH-10995949 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about getting young people and their families involved in sharing and understanding important HIV research, so they can work together with healthcare providers to improve health and support for those affected by HIV.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project start | September 13, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $665,350 |
| NIH project number | 1UM2HD116395-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10995949 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include adolescents and young adults living with or at risk for HIV, as well as their family members and healthcare providers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not adolescents or young adults, or those not affected by or at risk for HIV, may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing community engagement and the dissemination of HIV-related research specifically targeting adolescents and young adults. It aims to create a two-way exchange between researchers and communities in six countries, involving young people living with or at risk for HIV, their families, and healthcare providers. The project utilizes participatory strategies, including crowdsourcing and creative media, to effectively share research findings and promote evidence-based interventions. By fostering collaboration and problem-solving, the initiative seeks to empower communities and improve health outcomes for young individuals affected by HIV.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective HIV interventions tailored to the needs of adolescents and young adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in community engagement strategies for HIV interventions, indicating that this approach is both promising and tested.
Where this research is happening
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Washington University
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tucker, Joseph David — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Tucker, Joseph David
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.