Exploring the role of firearms in the lives of diverse young people.
Official title: CE23-005 - Longitudinal mixed-methods study of Firearms among Ethnically Diverse Adolescents and Young Adults
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston · NIH-11074510 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how young people from different backgrounds think about and use guns, and it will gather their stories and opinions over time to help improve safety and support for youth.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2023 |
| Project end | September 29, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $649,777 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CE003709-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11074510 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include ethnically diverse adolescents and young adults who have experiences or opinions related to firearms.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not adolescents or young adults, or those who have no connection to firearms, may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how firearms are perceived and used among ethnically diverse adolescents and young adults. By employing a longitudinal mixed-methods approach, the study will gather both quantitative and qualitative data over several years to understand the social, cultural, and psychological factors influencing firearm-related behaviors. Participants will share their experiences and perspectives through interviews and surveys, providing valuable insights into this critical issue. The findings aim to inform interventions and policies that address firearm safety and youth well-being.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing firearm-related incidents among young people.
How similar studies have gone: While research on firearms and youth is ongoing, this specific mixed-methods approach focusing on ethnically diverse populations is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Temple, Jeff R — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Temple, Jeff R
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.