Exploring HPV vaccination attitudes among Cape Verdean parents
Official title: Toward Racial Equity and Justice in Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination: An Exploratory Study with Cape Verdean Parents
Funded at University of Massachusetts Boston · NIH-10889002 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at what helps or hinders Cape Verdean parents in deciding to get the HPV vaccine for their kids, aiming to understand their views and experiences so we can boost vaccination rates and help prevent HPV-related cancers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Massachusetts Boston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $190,625 |
| NIH project number | 5R21MD018113-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10889002 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Cape Verdean parents of adolescents eligible for the HPV vaccine.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Cape Verdean or do not have adolescents eligible for the HPV vaccine may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the factors influencing Cape Verdean parents' acceptance and uptake of the HPV vaccine, which is crucial for preventing HPV-related cancers. It focuses on sociocultural values, family expectations, and health literacy that affect decision-making regarding vaccination. By engaging with the Cape Verdean community, the study aims to gather insights that can improve vaccination rates among adolescents in this population. The research employs qualitative methods to understand the unique perspectives and experiences of these parents.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased HPV vaccination rates among Cape Verdean adolescents, ultimately reducing the incidence of HPV-related cancers.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that culturally tailored interventions can significantly improve vaccination rates in minority populations, suggesting that this approach may also be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lindsay, Ana Cristina Terra de Souza — University of Massachusetts Boston
- Study coordinator: Lindsay, Ana Cristina Terra de Souza
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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.