Improving oversight of HIV clinical trials in Uganda.
Strengthening Research Compliance and Integrity (RCI) Office capacity for rigorous oversight of HIV clinical trials at the Makerere University-Johns Hopkins University Research Collaboration.
This study is all about helping the team at Makerere University-Johns Hopkins University Research Collaboration get better training so they can effectively oversee HIV clinical trials in Uganda, making sure everything runs smoothly and safely for everyone involved.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mu-Jhu Care NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kampala, Uganda) |
| Project ID | NIH-11175589 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the capacity of the Research Compliance and Integrity (RCI) Office at the Makerere University-Johns Hopkins University Research Collaboration. It focuses on providing advanced training for staff involved in the oversight of HIV clinical trials, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to manage compliance effectively. By learning from established practices in the U.S., the RCI team will be better prepared to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape and improve the integrity of clinical trials conducted in Uganda.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include children and adolescents aged 0-21 living with or at risk for HIV in Uganda.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in clinical trials or those outside the age range of 0-21 may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more rigorous oversight of HIV clinical trials, ultimately improving the safety and efficacy of treatments for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach to strengthening compliance oversight is essential, it is relatively novel in the context of HIV clinical trials in Uganda, with limited prior studies directly addressing this specific need.
Where this research is happening
Kampala, Uganda
- Mu-Jhu Care — Kampala, Uganda (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mwaka, Erisa Sabakaki — Mu-Jhu Care
- Study coordinator: Mwaka, Erisa Sabakaki
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.