Improving HIV care in developing countries
Official title: Optimizing HIV Care in Less Developed Countries
Funded at Massachusetts General Hospital · NIH-11092355 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how to improve HIV care in countries with fewer resources by using a computer model to find the best testing and treatment options for different groups of people, so that everyone can get better health support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R37 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $8,781 |
| NIH project number | 3R37AI058736-20S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11092355 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV in less developed countries who are currently not receiving optimal care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living with HIV in well-resourced countries with established treatment protocols may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the effectiveness of HIV care in less developed countries by utilizing a computer microsimulation model to analyze the natural history and management of HIV. It focuses on identifying the most effective testing and treatment strategies tailored to specific populations facing resource constraints. By expanding the Cost-Effectiveness of Preventing AIDS Complications International (CEPAC-I) Model, the research will evaluate novel treatments and develop innovative methods to optimize HIV care. The goal is to inform clinical policies that can lead to better health outcomes for individuals living with HIV.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved HIV treatment strategies that significantly reduce morbidity and mortality in affected populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research using similar modeling approaches has shown promise in optimizing healthcare strategies for infectious diseases, indicating potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Freedberg, Kenneth Alan — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Freedberg, Kenneth Alan
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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.