Peer-delivered HIV and syphilis self-testing for men who have sex with men in Uganda
Peer delivered HIV/syphilis self-testing with assisted partner notification services for men who have sex with men (MSM) in Uganda
This study is looking at how well peer-led self-testing for HIV and syphilis works for men who have sex with men in Uganda, and it aims to make testing easier and more effective by combining it with support for notifying partners, all while keeping an eye on costs and understanding what encourages or stops people from getting tested.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Infectious Diseases Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kampala, Uganda) |
| Project ID | NIH-10886825 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of peer-delivered self-testing for HIV and syphilis among men who have sex with men (MSM) in Uganda. It combines self-testing with assisted partner notification services to encourage testing and treatment. The study aims to evaluate how acceptable and effective this approach is in real-world settings, while also assessing its cost-effectiveness. By focusing on behavioral science methods, the research seeks to understand the motivations and barriers to testing within this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are men who have sex with men and are 21 years or older living in Uganda.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as men who have sex with men or those outside the age range of 21+ may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase HIV and syphilis testing rates among MSM, leading to earlier diagnosis and treatment.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that peer-delivered testing approaches can be effective in increasing testing rates among high-risk populations, suggesting potential success for this study.
Where this research is happening
Kampala, Uganda
- Infectious Diseases Institute — Kampala, Uganda (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Okoboi, Stephen — Infectious Diseases Institute
- Study coordinator: Okoboi, Stephen
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.