Examining how state bullying and firearm policies can reduce youth gun violence
Official title: RFA-CE-23-006, The Confluence of State Bullying Policies and Firearm Policies in Reducing Youth Gun Carrying and Fatality
Funded at Boston University Medical Campus · NIH-10900436 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how state laws about bullying and gun control work together to help keep kids safe from carrying guns and getting hurt, focusing on teenagers aged 12 to 19, so we can find better ways to prevent gun violence among youth.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University Medical Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2023 |
| Project end | September 29, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $349,646 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CE003622-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10900436 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include teenagers aged 12 to 19 who are affected by or at risk of gun violence.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are outside the age range of 12 to 19 or who do not reside in areas with relevant state policies may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between state-level bullying policies and firearm regulations in order to understand their combined effect on reducing youth gun carrying and fatalities. By analyzing data on teenagers aged 12 to 19, the study aims to identify how these policies can influence youth behavior and safety. The approach includes examining individual risk factors such as demographics and mental health, while also considering broader social and policy contexts. The goal is to provide evidence that can inform better prevention strategies for youth firearm violence.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved policies that significantly reduce youth gun violence and fatalities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that policy interventions can effectively reduce youth violence, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Boston University Medical Campus
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Xuan, Ziming — Boston University Medical Campus
- Study coordinator: Xuan, Ziming
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.