Exploring STI testing preferences among Black adolescent males
Using a discrete choice experiment to determine preferences for STI testing models for Black adolescent males
This study is looking at how young Black guys like to get tested for STIs, focusing on what matters to them, like privacy, cost, and convenience, to find better ways to encourage them to get tested.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10691449 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how Black adolescent males prefer to receive STI testing services. It employs a discrete choice experiment, where participants evaluate different testing models based on various attributes such as confidentiality, cost, and convenience. By understanding these preferences, the study aims to identify effective and acceptable STI testing methods that can encourage more male teens to get tested. The findings could help improve STI screening rates and ultimately reduce the spread of infections.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black adolescent males aged 15-24 who are sexually active or at risk for STIs.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Black adolescent males or those who are not sexually active may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accessible and acceptable STI testing options for Black adolescent males, improving their health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research using discrete choice experiments has successfully informed health service designs, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kottke, Melissa — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Kottke, Melissa
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 below.