Improving HPV vaccination rates in underserved primary care settings
Official title: Advancing the implementation of evidence-based strategies for HPV vaccination in safety-net primary care settings
Funded at University of Southern California · NIH-11178412 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to help teens in underserved communities get their HPV vaccinations, so they can stay healthy, by using proven strategies that haven't been widely used yet.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R37 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | August 20, 2020 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $404,861 |
| NIH project number | 5R37CA242541-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-11178412 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents from low-income or marginalized communities who have limited access to healthcare services.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are already fully vaccinated against HPV or those who do not have access to safety-net primary care clinics may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on increasing HPV vaccination rates among adolescents, particularly in underserved communities where access to healthcare is limited. It aims to implement evidence-based strategies that have been proven effective but are not widely adopted in real-world settings. The study will explore the factors that influence the successful integration and sustainability of these strategies in clinics serving low-income populations. By using a mixed-methods approach, the research will assess the long-term effectiveness and equity of these vaccination programs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase HPV vaccination rates, reducing the incidence of HPV-related cancers in underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that implementing evidence-based strategies can improve vaccination rates, but this study aims to address the unique challenges faced in safety-net settings, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Southern California
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tsui, Jennifer — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Tsui, Jennifer
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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.