Improving responses to stigma in HIV care and research
Creating a developmental AIDS Research Center focused on improving the measurement of and response to stigma and structural determinants in the HIV response
This study is working to create a center that helps understand and reduce the stigma around HIV, which can affect people's mental health and treatment success, and it’s designed for researchers and health professionals who want to improve support for those living with HIV.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11122321 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to establish a center focused on understanding and addressing the stigma associated with HIV, which can negatively impact mental health and HIV treatment outcomes. By building capacity among researchers and health professionals, the center will develop better methods to measure stigma and create effective interventions. The project will involve collaboration between Johns Hopkins University and Emory University, leveraging their expertise to enhance public health responses to stigma both locally and globally.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living with HIV who experience stigma or its effects on their mental health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by stigma or do not have HIV may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health and HIV outcomes for individuals affected by stigma.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing stigma in HIV care, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Baral, Stefan David — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Baral, Stefan David
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.