Preventing firearm-related violence and injuries

CE-22-004 Research Grants to Prevent Firearm-Related Violence and Injuries (R01) - 2022

NIH-funded research Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-10917004

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 typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniv of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Chapel Hill, United States)
Project IDNIH-10917004 on NIH RePORTER

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.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in communities affected by firearm violence or those at risk of experiencing such violence.

Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in areas impacted by firearm-related violence may not receive direct benefits from this research.

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 performed: Previous research has shown that community-based interventions can effectively reduce violence, suggesting potential for success in this approach.

Where this research is happening

Chapel Hill, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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