Exploring social policies to reduce firearm violence
Official title: RFA-CE-24-030, Social policies to prevent firearm assault
Funded at New York University School of Medicine · NIH-10992925 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how certain social policies, like limiting alcohol access and providing economic support, can help reduce gun violence among young Black and Brown people, and it aims to see if these measures can make a real difference in keeping communities safer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2024 |
| Project end | September 29, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $399,939 |
| NIH project number | 1R01CE003665-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10992925 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are young individuals aged 10-34, particularly from Black and Brown communities, who are at higher risk for firearm violence.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 10-34 or those not affected by firearm violence may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of social policies aimed at preventing firearm violence, particularly among young Black and Brown individuals. It focuses on two main types of policies: alcohol control measures that limit alcohol availability and economic support policies that address poverty and income inequality. By evaluating these policies, the research aims to understand their impact on reducing firearm assaults and the racial/ethnic disparities associated with them. The study will employ a quasi-experimental design to rigorously assess these interventions in real-world settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective policies that significantly reduce firearm violence and improve safety for vulnerable populations.
How similar studies have gone: While the specific combination of policies being tested is novel, previous research has shown that both alcohol control and economic support policies can impact public health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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New York University School of Medicine
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Matthay, Ellicott Colson — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Matthay, Ellicott Colson
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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.