Improving HIV care by integrating substance use treatment
Official title: The Substance Abuse Treatment to HIV care (SAT2HIV-II) Project
Funded at Ohio State University · NIH-10851036 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how adding motivational interviewing for substance use treatment can improve care for people living with HIV, making it easier for them to get the support they need in their communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ohio State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | July 15, 2020 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $581,768 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DA052294-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10851036 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who also experience substance use disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have HIV or substance use issues may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing HIV care by integrating effective substance use treatment services, specifically motivational interviewing, into HIV community-based organizations. The project involves a large-scale trial across multiple sites to test the effectiveness of a brief intervention for substance misuse alongside implementation strategies to improve service delivery. By addressing the challenges of integrating these services, the research aims to provide better support for individuals living with HIV who also struggle with substance use disorders.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for patients with HIV who also have substance use issues.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in integrating substance use interventions into HIV care settings, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Ohio State University
Columbus, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Garner, Bryan R — Ohio State University
- Study coordinator: Garner, Bryan R
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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.