Expanding youth-friendly HIV self-testing in Nigeria
Official title: Sustaining Innovative Tools to Expand Youth-Friendly HIV Self-Testing (S-ITEST)
Funded at Washington University · NIH-10922804 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to help young people in Nigeria, ages 14-24, get the HIV prevention services they need, by involving them in creating and improving self-testing and other strategies to take charge of their sexual health.
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 | January 24, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,148,574 |
| NIH project number | 5UG1HD113156-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10922804 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults aged 14-24 living in Nigeria who are at risk for HIV.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 14-24 or those not residing in Nigeria may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving access to HIV prevention services for adolescents and young adults in Nigeria, specifically targeting those aged 14-24 who are at high risk. The project utilizes innovative participatory methods, such as crowdsourcing and designathons, to engage youth in the development and implementation of HIV self-testing and other prevention strategies. By building on previous successful programs, the research aims to identify effective ways to sustain these services in the community over time. The goal is to ensure that young people receive the necessary support and resources to manage their sexual health effectively.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the availability and sustainability of HIV prevention services for young people in Nigeria, ultimately reducing HIV transmission rates.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing youth-led health initiatives, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Washington University
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Iwelunmor, Juliet — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Iwelunmor, Juliet
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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.