Improving health for women living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa
Official title: Women and HIV: Translation of Research into Practice-WLHIV Post-Graduate Research Fellowship
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-11120687 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping women living with HIV in Kenya by training new researchers to find better health solutions that meet their specific needs as they get older and face other health issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | September 5, 2024 |
| Project end | January 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $98,720 |
| NIH project number | 3D43TW009783-10S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11120687 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women living with HIV, particularly those residing in sub-Saharan Africa.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not women or those living outside of sub-Saharan Africa may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the health of women living with HIV (WLHIV) in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Kenya, where the prevalence of HIV among women is notably high. The project aims to build local research capacity by supporting recent graduates in conducting independent research that addresses the unique health challenges faced by WLHIV. Through mentorship and funding, the initiative seeks to develop effective health interventions tailored to the needs of these women, especially as they age and encounter co-morbidities. The program is part of a broader effort to translate research findings into practical health solutions for WLHIV.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and tailored interventions for women living with HIV.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in similar initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes for women living with HIV.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Farquhar, Carey — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Farquhar, Carey
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.