Innovative approaches to HIV treatment and prevention for adolescents and young adults in Houston
Baylor College of Medicine Site Consortium - Adolescent Medicine Trials Network for HIV/AIDS Interventions (ATN) Operations and Collaborations Center (UM2 Clinical Trial Optional)
This study is all about finding better ways to treat and prevent HIV for young people in Houston, focusing on improving testing, care, and treatment while also considering the impact of COVID-19.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Westat, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10880573 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing new strategies for HIV treatment and prevention specifically targeting adolescents and young adults in Houston, where a significant number of new HIV diagnoses occur. The project aims to improve HIV testing, prevent new infections, engage youth in care, enhance treatment effectiveness, and address health outcomes affected by COVID-19. By collaborating with local partners and utilizing experienced staff, the research seeks to implement clinical trials and develop effective interventions tailored to the needs of this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include adolescents and young adults who are living with HIV or are at risk of HIV infection.
Not a fit: Patients who are not within the adolescent or young adult age range or those who do not have risk factors for HIV may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the rates of HIV infections and improve health outcomes for adolescents and young adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in similar approaches to HIV prevention and treatment among adolescents, indicating a promising potential for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
Rockville, United States
- Westat, INC. — Rockville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Paul, Mary E — Westat, INC.
- Study coordinator: Paul, Mary E
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.