Enhancing HIV prevention and treatment through community partnerships and research.
Official title: Johns Hopkins HIV Implementation Science Hub (Hopkins Hub)
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-11190029 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together community groups and researchers to find better ways to prevent and treat HIV, helping new researchers learn and share resources, and creating tools to track our progress in ending the HIV epidemic.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | June 18, 2025 |
| Project end | May 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $773,365 |
| NIH project number | 1R24AI191865-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11190029 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living with HIV or those at high risk of HIV infection, particularly in communities targeted by the Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not at risk for HIV or those who are not engaged in communities affected by HIV may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the effectiveness of HIV prevention and treatment strategies by enhancing collaboration between community organizations and academic researchers. It aims to build capacity among investigators and optimize the quality of knowledge generated from HIV-related implementation science. The project will involve coaching, resource sharing, and training for early-stage researchers, as well as the development of tools to track progress in the fight against HIV. By fostering partnerships and sharing data, the research seeks to support the Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective HIV prevention and treatment strategies, ultimately reducing the incidence of HIV in communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in community-academic partnerships for improving health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful results.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schwartz, Sheree Renae — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Schwartz, Sheree Renae
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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.