Improving HIV treatment and viral suppression in the Deep South
Official title: Promoting Viral Suppression through the CHAMPS+ Intervention in the Deep South
Funded at Columbia University Health Sciences · NIH-11061336 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how community health workers and mobile health tools can help people living with HIV in the Deep South get better access to testing and treatment, making it easier for them to stay healthy and manage their condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 21, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,040,759 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MD019184-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11061336 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 21 and older living with HIV, particularly those facing barriers to accessing care in the Deep South.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not living with HIV or those who are already receiving optimal care and support may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing HIV care by utilizing community health workers and mobile health technology to improve access to testing, treatment adherence, and viral suppression among individuals living with HIV in the Deep South. The intervention aims to address the barriers faced by underserved populations by providing tailored support and resources. By leveraging a multi-component approach that engages individuals, their social networks, and the broader community, the study seeks to create a sustainable model for improving health outcomes in this region.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve HIV treatment outcomes and quality of life for individuals living with HIV.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that community health worker interventions can effectively improve health outcomes for individuals with HIV, indicating a promising approach in this context.
Where this research is happening
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Columbia University Health Sciences
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schnall, Rebecca — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Schnall, Rebecca
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.