Improving HIV care for older adults in Ukraine using mobile health technology
Official title: Adapting mHealth to improve HIV outcomes among older people with HIV in Ukraine
Funded at Yale University · NIH-11060333 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to improve a helpful mobile app for older people living with HIV in Ukraine, making it easier for them to get the care they need and connect with others, while also tackling issues like stigma and loneliness.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $215,966 |
| NIH project number | 1R21TW012967-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11060333 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults over 50 years old who are living with HIV in Ukraine.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are younger than 50 or those who do not have access to smartphones may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to adapt a mobile health platform called PositiveLinks to better support older people living with HIV in Ukraine. The project will focus on addressing barriers such as stigma and social isolation that prevent these individuals from accessing necessary treatments. By providing features like appointment reminders, mood check-ins, and a community message board, the app seeks to enhance social engagement and improve health outcomes. The research will involve collaboration with local communities to ensure the app meets the specific needs of older adults in this region.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve health outcomes and quality of life for older adults living with HIV in Ukraine.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with similar mobile health interventions in other countries, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this context.
Where this research is happening
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Yale University
New Haven, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shenoi, Sheela — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Shenoi, Sheela
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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.