Preventing firearm-related violence and injuries
Official title: CE-22-004 Research Grants to Prevent Firearm-Related Violence and Injuries (R01) - 2022
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-10917004 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking for ways to make our communities safer by finding effective ways to prevent gun violence and injuries, and it will involve working together with local groups to help everyone feel more secure.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2023 |
| Project end | September 29, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $446,124 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CE003637-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10917004 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in communities affected by firearm violence or those at risk of experiencing such violence.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in areas impacted by firearm-related violence may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing strategies to reduce incidents of firearm-related violence and injuries. It aims to identify effective prevention methods through community engagement and data analysis. The approach may involve collaboration with local organizations and stakeholders to implement evidence-based interventions. Patients and community members may benefit from safer environments and reduced risk of firearm-related harm.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant reductions in firearm-related injuries and fatalities, enhancing community safety.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that community-based interventions can effectively reduce violence, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hsu, Hsun-Ta — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Hsu, Hsun-Ta
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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.