Preventing HIV in male couples through personalized strategies
Personalized prevention for couples
This study is all about helping male couples who are at risk of HIV by creating better ways for them to communicate and support each other in staying healthy, using an updated online toolkit that includes helpful activities to encourage safe practices like taking PrEP.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida International University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Miami, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10886067 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing tailored prevention strategies for male couples at risk of HIV. It aims to address the high rates of new infections among men who have sex with men (MSM) by enhancing relationship dynamics, such as communication and support, to promote shared health goals. The project will update an existing eHealth toolkit designed for couples, incorporating findings from previous studies to improve its effectiveness in preventing HIV transmission. Participants will engage in activities that foster adherence to prevention methods like PrEP and viral suppression.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are male couples where at least one partner is at risk for HIV or is HIV-positive.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in a male couple relationship or those who are not at risk for HIV may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the rate of new HIV infections among male couples.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using relationship dynamics to reduce HIV transmission among male couples, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Miami, United States
- Florida International University — Miami, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mitchell, Jason W — Florida International University
- Study coordinator: Mitchell, Jason W
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.