Improving HIV prevention and care for transgender women in Vietnam
Official title: Adaptation and Implementation of an Evidence-Based Approach to Advance HIV Prevention and Care
Funded at University of California Los Angeles · NIH-11085005 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to improve a support program for transgender women in Vietnam to help them stay healthy and reduce their risk of HIV, by making sure it fits their needs and includes their input.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | January 10, 2025 |
| Project end | January 9, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $639,615 |
| NIH project number | 1R34MH139375-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11085005 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are transgender women living in Vietnam who are at risk for HIV and face barriers to accessing healthcare.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as transgender women or those who are not at risk for HIV may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on adapting an evidence-based intervention called TransAction to better serve transgender women (TW) in Vietnam who face significant health disparities due to stigma and violence. The intervention includes outreach, individual counseling, skill-building support groups, and social events aimed at reducing HIV risks and enhancing engagement in care. By utilizing feedback from the TW community, the study aims to ensure that the intervention is culturally relevant and effective in addressing their unique needs. The research employs a structured implementation framework to guide the adaptation process.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve HIV prevention and care for transgender women in Vietnam, leading to better health outcomes and reduced stigma.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with similar community-based interventions for at-risk populations, indicating a promising approach for this adaptation.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lin, Chunqing — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Lin, Chunqing
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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.