Improving mobile health tools to support HIV prevention for young transgender women in Thailand
Optimizing mobile interventions to overcome stigma and promote HIV prevention among Thai young transgender women
This study is creating mobile health tools to help young transgender women in Thailand feel more comfortable accessing HIV prevention methods like PrEP, making it easier for them to get the support they need in a way that fits their culture.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Worcester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11019179 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing mobile health interventions to help young transgender women in Thailand overcome stigma and improve their access to HIV prevention methods, specifically pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). The project aims to adapt existing interventions to a mobile format, making them more accessible and culturally relevant for this population. By addressing barriers such as stigma and limited resources, the research seeks to enhance the uptake and adherence to PrEP among young transgender women. The approach will involve culturally translating intervention modules and utilizing a structured development process to ensure effectiveness.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young transgender women aged 18-29 living in Thailand who are at risk for HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who are not transgender women or those outside the age range of 18-29 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the use of HIV prevention strategies among young transgender women, reducing their risk of HIV infection.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using mobile health interventions to improve health outcomes in similar populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Worcester, United States
- Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester — Worcester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Bo — Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
- Study coordinator: Wang, Bo
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.