Helping young adults involved in the justice system access HIV prevention and substance use services
Technology Enhanced Substance Use and HIV Service Navigation for Justice-Involved Young Adults
This study is all about helping young adults who have been in the criminal justice system get better access to HIV prevention and support for substance use, using technology and personal guidance to make it easier for them to understand and use services like PrEP.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10888270 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving access to HIV prevention and substance use disorder services for young adults who have been involved in the criminal justice system. It aims to integrate technology, such as electronic health tools, with navigator-led interventions to help these individuals understand and access pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and other related services. By addressing barriers to care and enhancing awareness, the study seeks to promote better health outcomes for this vulnerable population. Participants will receive personalized support to navigate the healthcare system effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18 to 29 who have a history of substance use and have been involved in the criminal justice system.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in the justice system or who are outside the age range of 18 to 29 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve HIV prevention and substance use treatment for young adults involved in the justice system.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using navigator models and eHealth approaches to improve healthcare access for similar populations, indicating a promising avenue for this study.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dauria, Emily F — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Dauria, Emily F
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.