Investigating the health impacts of HIV treatments on children and young adults
Pediatric HIV/AIDS Cohort Study (PHACS) 2020
This study is looking at how taking HIV medications during pregnancy affects the long-term health of children and young adults who were exposed to HIV before birth, whether they have HIV or not, so we can better understand the safety of these treatments.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard School of Public Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10897160 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the long-term health effects of antiretroviral medications (ARVs) on children and young adults who were exposed to HIV in utero. It involves monitoring a large cohort of infants, children, and adolescents to assess their health outcomes as they transition into adulthood. The study aims to gather data on both those living with perinatally acquired HIV and those who were exposed but uninfected, providing insights into the safety and efficacy of current HIV treatments. By following these individuals over time, the research seeks to identify any potential health issues related to early exposure to ARVs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children and young adults who were either born with HIV or were exposed to HIV in utero.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by HIV or were not exposed to HIV in utero may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health management strategies for children and young adults living with or affected by HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in monitoring health outcomes in similar cohorts, indicating the potential for meaningful findings in this study.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Harvard School of Public Health — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Williams, Paige L — Harvard School of Public Health
- Study coordinator: Williams, Paige L
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.