Exploring family support to prevent HIV in Latino men who have sex with men
Official title: Understanding and Engaging Families in HIV Biomedical Prevention for Latino Men Who Have Sex with Men
Funded at Charles R. Drew University of Med & Sci · NIH-10747390 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how support from family can help Latino men who have sex with men better manage HIV, and it involves talking to their siblings to create helpful programs that fit their culture.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Charles R. Drew University of Med & Sci NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | January 29, 2020 |
| Project end | November 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $129,465 |
| NIH project number | 5K01MD015002-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10747390 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include Latino men who have sex with men and their family members, particularly siblings.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Latino or do not have family support systems may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how family support can help reduce HIV disparities among Latino men who have sex with men (MSM). The project involves analyzing data from three cohort studies in Los Angeles and Chicago, and conducting formative research to engage siblings of Latino MSM in HIV prevention efforts. By leveraging family dynamics, the research aims to develop culturally responsive interventions that can effectively address the unique challenges faced by this community. Patients may be involved in discussions and interventions that aim to enhance family support systems.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved HIV prevention strategies that are more effective for Latino MSM by utilizing family support.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that family involvement can enhance the effectiveness of health interventions, suggesting a promising approach in this context.
Where this research is happening
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Charles R. Drew University of Med & Sci
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Del Pino, Homero Erwin — Charles R. Drew University of Med & Sci
- Study coordinator: Del Pino, Homero Erwin
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.