Preventing gun violence among youth in Michigan
CE21-005 - Michigan Youth Violence Prevention Center: Building Evidence for Gun Violence Prevention
This study is looking at ways to reduce gun violence among young people by testing proven methods and involving the community, so we can find better ways to keep our kids safe in urban areas.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11044030 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing youth violence, particularly gun violence, which is a leading cause of death among adolescents in the U.S. The project aims to implement and evaluate existing evidence-based practices for preventing youth violence through a multi-site effectiveness trial. Additionally, it will explore community-level outcomes and the impact of youth-engaged gun violence prevention programs. By understanding the structural factors contributing to violence, the research seeks to develop effective interventions tailored for urban youth.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are urban youth aged 14-20 who are at risk of experiencing or perpetrating gun violence.
Not a fit: Patients who are not within the age range of 14-20 or those living in non-urban areas 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 adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing community-based interventions for violence prevention, indicating potential for this approach.
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.