Johns Hopkins–Blantyre center for HIV treatment and prevention
The Johns Hopkins University-Blantyre Clinical Trials Unit
This supports HIV prevention, treatment, and vaccine work in Blantyre, Malawi for adults, children, and key populations.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11228389 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
From a patient point of view, this program keeps and expands a Johns Hopkins-linked clinical center in Blantyre, Malawi so local people can take part in HIV prevention, treatment, and vaccine protocols. The team works with international NIAID clinical networks to run approved studies, collect samples, monitor health, and follow strict safety and ethical rules. Local clinics and trained staff manage visits and care so participants receive study procedures and follow-up close to home. The center also adapts quickly to new research needs and engages specific populations invited by each protocol.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates include people living with HIV, children affected by HIV, and members of key populations in and around Blantyre who meet individual study eligibility.
Not a fit: People who live far from Blantyre, do not meet protocol eligibility criteria, or cannot comply with study requirements may not directly benefit from participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, it could speed access to improved HIV prevention tools, treatments, and vaccine opportunities for people in Malawi and similar settings.
How similar studies have performed: Other clinical research efforts in the region have led to major advances in HIV treatment and prevention, though HIV vaccine success has been limited to date.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Taha, Taha E — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Taha, Taha 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.