Improving HIV prevention efforts in New York City
RFA-PS-21-002 Implementation Research to Enhance Equity- Focused HIV Prevention in New York City
This study is all about finding better ways to help people at high risk for HIV get the support and services they need, like testing and prevention options, by making it easier to talk about sexual health and addressing issues like stigma and discrimination.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Hunter College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10840769 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the engagement and uptake of HIV prevention interventions among individuals who are most at risk. It aims to develop and test new strategies that address barriers such as stigma, discrimination, and systemic biases in healthcare. By utilizing a client-centered and trauma-informed approach, the project seeks to normalize conversations around sexual health and improve access to services like rapid testing and PrEP/PEP. The research will involve community input and a structured implementation strategy to ensure that interventions are effective and equitable.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals at high risk for HIV who may face barriers to accessing prevention services due to stigma or discrimination.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for HIV or those who do not face barriers to accessing healthcare may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased access to HIV prevention services for marginalized populations, ultimately reducing HIV transmission rates.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that community-based approaches to HIV prevention can be effective, suggesting that this implementation strategy may also yield positive results.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Hunter College — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Golub, Sarit a — Hunter College
- Study coordinator: Golub, Sarit a
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.