Exploring how COVID-19 affects mental health in people living with HIV
Official title: Understanding Pandemic Evolution through Networked Data (UPEND)
Funded at Henry M. Jackson Fdn for the Adv Mil/med · NIH-10690892 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how COVID-19 has affected the mental health and overall well-being of people living with HIV, and it also checks how well COVID-19 vaccines help with these issues, so we can better support those who are most at risk.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Henry M. Jackson Fdn for the Adv Mil/med NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bethesda, United States) |
| Project start | April 15, 2023 |
| Project end | April 14, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $3,822,251 |
| NIH project number | 1RF1MH133442-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10690892 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV, particularly those experiencing mental health challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have HIV or those who are not affected by mental health issues related to COVID-19 may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of COVID-19 on the mental health and clinical outcomes of individuals living with HIV. It aims to understand how the pandemic contributes to neurobehavioral issues and to evaluate the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccinations in mitigating these effects. By analyzing data from multiple HIV-focused cohort studies across several countries, the research will identify factors influencing vaccine uptake and the mental health of people with HIV during the pandemic. The findings will help improve care strategies for this vulnerable population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health outcomes and better clinical management for people living with HIV during pandemics.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that understanding the intersection of infectious diseases and mental health can lead to significant improvements in patient care, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Henry M. Jackson Fdn for the Adv Mil/med
Bethesda, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Crowell, Trevor Adam — Henry M. Jackson Fdn for the Adv Mil/med
- Study coordinator: Crowell, Trevor Adam
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.