Improving HIV testing and prevention among adolescents and young women in Zambia
Official title: ZAIMARA: Zambian Informed Motivated Aware and Responsible Adolescents and Adults
Funded at Centre for Infectious Disease Research · NIH-10928259 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help adolescent girls and young women in Zambia by testing a new program called ZAIMARA, which aims to boost their awareness and motivation for getting tested for HIV and preventing infections, while also providing support for peer leaders to keep the program going strong.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Centre for Infectious Disease Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lusaka, Zambia) |
| Project start | September 12, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $899,594 |
| NIH project number | 5UG1HD113250-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10928259 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are adolescent girls and young women aged 15-24 living in Zambia.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 15-24 or those not residing in Zambia may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing HIV testing and prevention strategies for adolescent girls and young women in Zambia, who are disproportionately affected by HIV. The study will implement a tailored intervention called ZAIMARA, which is designed to increase awareness and motivation regarding HIV testing and prevention. By comparing the effectiveness of ZAIMARA to a general health promotion program, the research aims to improve HIV testing rates and reduce the incidence of sexually transmitted infections among participants. The approach includes mental health support for peer leaders to ensure the sustainability of the program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase HIV testing rates and reduce the incidence of HIV among young women in Zambia.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown success with similar interventions in other regions, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this context.
Where this research is happening
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Centre for Infectious Disease Research
Lusaka, Zambia Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bolton Moore, Carolyn — Centre for Infectious Disease Research
- Study coordinator: Bolton Moore, Carolyn
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.