Improving COVID-19 home testing in Black communities
Official title: Increasing representation of Black communities in COVID-19 home testing and surveillance data
Funded at Emory University · NIH-10617065 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how to help Black communities in Atlanta use COVID-19 home tests more often by understanding their thoughts and concerns about testing, so they can feel more comfortable and supported in taking care of their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | November 1, 2022 |
| Project end | October 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $570,231 |
| NIH project number | 1U01MD018313-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10617065 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black individuals living in Atlanta, GA, who are interested in participating in COVID-19 home testing.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Black or those who are not residents of Atlanta may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how to increase the use of COVID-19 home testing among Black communities, who have faced significant health disparities during the pandemic. It aims to understand the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors related to home testing, while addressing barriers such as affordability and privacy concerns. Participants will be encouraged to use rapid home tests and send samples for genetic analysis, helping to improve public health surveillance and understanding of COVID-19 variants. The study will take place in Atlanta, GA, focusing on community engagement and trust-building.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance COVID-19 testing accessibility and accuracy in Black communities, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown that community-based interventions can effectively improve health outcomes in underserved populations, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bradley, Heather — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Bradley, Heather
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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.