Improving HIV prevention for people dependent on opioids
Optimizing HIV Prevention Among Opioid-Dependent Persons
This study is looking to improve ways to prevent HIV for people who use opioids, and it will also help new researchers learn how to work closely with patients to find the best solutions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Connecticut Storrs NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Storrs-Mansfield, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10861053 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing HIV prevention strategies specifically for individuals who are dependent on opioids. It aims to mentor new researchers in patient-oriented approaches and expand research efforts in both domestic and international settings, including areas heavily impacted by the opioid crisis. The project will also involve structured training to implement evidence-based HIV prevention methods in clinical environments. By addressing the intersection of opioid use and HIV risk, the research seeks to develop more effective prevention measures for this vulnerable population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are dependent on opioids and at risk for HIV infection.
Not a fit: Patients who are not opioid-dependent or who do not engage in behaviors that put them at risk for HIV may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of HIV among opioid-dependent individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing targeted HIV prevention strategies among populations at risk, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Storrs-Mansfield, United States
- University of Connecticut Storrs — Storrs-Mansfield, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Copenhaver, Michael — University of Connecticut Storrs
- Study coordinator: Copenhaver, Michael
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.