Improving access to HIV prevention and treatment for justice-involved individuals
Official title: STOP (Shared decision making to Treat Or Prevent) HIV in Justice Populations
Funded at Yale University · NIH-11284176 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make it easier for people in the justice system, especially those struggling with substance use, to get the HIV prevention and treatment they need by offering different ways to access care, like in-person visits and online options, starting in Connecticut and expanding to Kentucky and Texas.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project start | May 15, 2024 |
| Project end | April 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,393,769 |
| NIH project number | 4R33DA060625-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11284176 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 21 and older who are involved in the justice system and at risk for HIV or living with HIV.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in the justice system or do not have substance use disorders may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance access to HIV prevention and treatment services for individuals involved in the justice system, particularly those with substance use disorders. It will implement a patient-centered approach that includes risk assessments and offers various service delivery options, such as in-person clinics, telehealth, and mobile health units. The study will begin with a pilot program in Connecticut and expand to multiple sites in Kentucky and Texas over five years. By collaborating with community agencies and stakeholders, the project seeks to address barriers to care and improve health outcomes for this underserved population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce new HIV infections and improve treatment access for individuals in the justice system.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing similar patient-centered approaches to improve access to healthcare for underserved populations.
Where this research is happening
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Yale University
New Haven, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Springer, Sandra Ann — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Springer, Sandra Ann
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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.