Improving HIV prevention through small business training for young adults
Microenterprise and Behavioral Economics Intervention for Sexual and Biomedical HIV Prevention in Vulnerable U.S. Young Adults
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL · NIH-10841472
This study is looking at how helping young African-American adults start small businesses can lower their risk of HIV by giving them the skills and support they need, along with access to health resources, to make better choices about their sexual health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10841472 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how small business training and support can help reduce HIV risk among African-American young adults. By providing economic stability through microenterprise interventions, the project aims to improve sexual behaviors and increase access to HIV prevention services. The approach combines business training, mentoring, and financial support, while also utilizing mobile health technologies and behavioral economics to enhance motivation and adherence to preventive measures. The study focuses on addressing the unique challenges faced by this demographic, particularly in urban settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are African-American young adults, particularly those facing economic instability and at risk for HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who are not African-American or those who are not economically vulnerable may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce HIV infection rates among vulnerable young adults by improving their economic stability and access to prevention resources.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies in low-income countries have shown that microenterprise interventions can effectively improve sexual behaviors and medication adherence, suggesting potential for success in this context as well.
Where this research is happening
CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES
- UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL — CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: JENNINGS MAYO-WILSON, LARISSA — UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL
- Study coordinator: JENNINGS MAYO-WILSON, LARISSA
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.
Conditions: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome