Preventing gun violence among youth in Michigan
Michigan Youth Violence Prevention Center: Building Evidence for Gun Violence Prevention
['FUNDING_U01'] · UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR · NIH-10396247
This study is looking for ways to help prevent gun violence among young people aged 14 to 20 by testing programs that aim to keep them safe and healthy in their communities.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_U01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10396247 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on reducing youth violence, particularly gun violence, which is a major public health issue in the U.S. The project will implement and evaluate existing programs aimed at preventing firearm-related injuries and deaths among adolescents aged 14-20. By conducting multi-site trials and community-based studies, the research aims to identify effective strategies for violence prevention and address the disparities faced by urban youth. The approach combines both implementation and effectiveness studies to ensure that interventions are not only effective but also feasible in real-world settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 14-20, particularly those living in urban areas with high rates of gun violence.
Not a fit: Patients who are outside the age range of 14-20 or those living in areas with low rates of gun violence may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce gun violence and its associated consequences among youth, leading to safer communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing community-based violence prevention programs, indicating that this approach has potential for effectiveness.
Where this research is happening
ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR — ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ZIMMERMAN, MARC A — UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR
- Study coordinator: ZIMMERMAN, MARC A
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.