Improving HIV Health for Black Men in Southern US Communities
Examining a Multicomponent Intervention to Improve HIV Health among Black Men in Southern Ending the HIV Epidemic in the U.S. Jurisdictions
This project is testing a new program called NPOWER365 to help Black men in the Southern U.S. manage their HIV and improve their overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11094848 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Many communities in the Southern U.S. are greatly affected by HIV, especially among Black men. To help, we've created NPOWER365, a program designed with community input to improve HIV health and overcome common challenges. This program offers personalized health education, peer support, better access to caring healthcare, and help with housing and financial stability. We are now conducting a larger study to see how well NPOWER365 works, how many people it can reach, and if its benefits last over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are Black men living with HIV in specific Southern U.S. communities targeted by the Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Black men, do not live in the specified Southern U.S. jurisdictions, or are not living with HIV would not be eligible for this particular program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could offer a comprehensive and supportive way for Black men living with HIV in the Southern U.S. to achieve better health outcomes and overcome barriers to care.
How similar studies have performed: Pilot data for NPOWER365 suggest it is practical, well-received, and effective in improving daily medication adherence and reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Where this research is happening
Newark, UNITED STATES
- Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences — Newark, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: English, Devin — Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: English, Devin
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 below.