Examining the patterns and factors of firearm-related intimate partner violence across different age groups.
Official title: Patterns of firearm-related intimate partner violence across developmental stages: Risk and protective factors
Funded at Vanderbilt University · NIH-10994430 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how gun-related violence in relationships changes as people grow and what factors can help keep them safe or put them at risk, so we can better understand and prevent these situations for everyone involved.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $48,974 |
| NIH project number | 1F31HD116419-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10994430 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals of all ages who have experienced or are at risk of intimate partner violence, particularly those in communities disproportionately affected by such violence.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced intimate partner violence or are not at risk for such violence may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the patterns of firearm-related intimate partner violence (IPV) across various developmental stages, focusing on how risk and protective factors differ among individuals. By utilizing a social-ecological framework, the study aims to analyze community, interpersonal, individual, and situational factors that contribute to both victimization and perpetration of IPV involving firearms. The research will gather data on nonfatal firearm-related IPV incidents to better understand the dynamics at play and inform prevention strategies. This work is particularly relevant given the significant health disparities observed in IPV rates among different demographics.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies that reduce the incidence of firearm-related intimate partner violence, ultimately saving lives and enhancing community safety.
How similar studies have gone: While there has been research on intimate partner violence, this specific focus on firearm-related IPV across developmental stages is relatively novel and has not been extensively studied.
Where this research is happening
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Vanderbilt University
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stevens, Laura Taylor — Vanderbilt University
- Study coordinator: Stevens, Laura Taylor
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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.