Exploring mental health and HIV disparities in communities.

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What this research studies

This research focuses on enhancing mental health and HIV-related studies by supporting new and established investigators in the field. It emphasizes community engagement to address health disparities faced by racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender minority populations. The program will provide various awards to foster research skills and collaboration among investigators from multiple regional institutions. By tracking and supporting the progress of awardees, the initiative aims to create impactful research that benefits affected communities.

Why it matters

Where this research is happening

• University of Miami Coral Gables
  Coral Gables, United States Active

Researchers

• Principal investigator: Behar-Zusman, Victoria — University of Miami Coral Gables
• Study coordinator: Behar-Zusman, Victoria

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About this research

1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
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