Improving HIV prevention and care for gender minorities facing economic challenges
Addressing Economic Marginalization to Improve HIV Prevention and Care Outcomes Among Gender Minorities in the United States
This study is looking at how social and money-related challenges impact the risk of HIV and health outcomes for transgender and nonbinary people, and it aims to create helpful support programs that really fit their needs by listening to their experiences.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10619614 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how social and economic factors affect HIV risk and outcomes among marginalized gender minority populations, particularly transgender and nonbinary individuals. The project aims to develop effective interventions that enhance HIV prevention and care by addressing economic hardships faced by these communities. Through community-based participatory research, the team will gather insights from the target population to tailor interventions that meet their specific needs. The study will involve both quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews to gather comprehensive data on the experiences of these individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are transgender and nonbinary individuals who are at risk for or living with HIV and face economic challenges.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as transgender or nonbinary or who are not affected by HIV may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced HIV prevalence among transgender and nonbinary individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities through community-based interventions, indicating potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Paine, Emily Allen — New York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC
- Study coordinator: Paine, Emily Allen
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.