Participatory system dynamics to improve PrEP access in the Bronx
Official title: Participatory System Dynamics to Enhance PrEP Access in Bronx, NY
Funded at Albert Einstein College of Medicine · NIH-11593939 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A community-driven project in the Bronx will use system dynamics to identify practical ways to help people at risk for HIV start and stay on PrEP.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Albert Einstein College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bronx, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $210,000 |
| NIH project number | 4R33MH137757-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11593939 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Individuals in the Bronx at risk for HIV who may benefit from improved PrEP access and use.
✕Less likely to help
People outside the Bronx or those not considering PrEP could have limited direct benefit.
What this research studies
This project engages Bronx residents and implementers to map how different factors affect PrEP use and to test promising strategies. The team will build a dynamic model guided by real-world feedback and implementation science frameworks to pinpoint feasible improvements. If milestones are met, they will pilot the most effective strategies in the community, aiming to increase PrEP engagement.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, it could lead to better PrEP access and fewer new HIV infections in the Bronx.
How similar studies have gone: Previous participatory and implementation science projects have shown promise in translating testing and prevention measures into real-world practice.
Where this research is happening
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Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Bronx, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ross, Jonathan — Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Ross, Jonathan
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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.