Improving HIV treatment for pregnant women and infants
Closing Research Gaps in Antiretroviral Treatment for Pregnant Women and Infants Living with HIV
This study is looking to improve HIV treatment options for pregnant women and their babies by checking how safe and effective current medications are for them, using information from a health program in Botswana.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard School of Public Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10914846 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing antiretroviral treatment (ART) options specifically for pregnant women and infants living with HIV. It aims to address the existing gaps in safety and efficacy studies of ART regimens for these populations. The project will utilize data from a nationwide birth surveillance system in Botswana and connect it with an existing program for treating infants with HIV. Through a series of interrelated projects, the research will evaluate the impact of modern ART regimens on birth outcomes and congenital abnormalities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women living with HIV and infants diagnosed with HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or do not have HIV may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective HIV treatment options for pregnant women and infants, ultimately improving health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving treatment protocols for HIV, but this specific focus on pregnant women and infants is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Harvard School of Public Health — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shapiro, Roger L — Harvard School of Public Health
- Study coordinator: Shapiro, Roger L
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.