Reducing firearm-related suicides in Black/African American adults
Official title: Preventing Firearm Suicide Deaths Among Black/African American Adults
Funded at University of Utah · NIH-10811498 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding ways to help prevent firearm suicides in Black and African American adults by working together with the community to understand their unique challenges and create supportive solutions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $365,990 |
| NIH project number | 1K18MD019159-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10811498 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black and African American adults who may be at risk for suicide or have been affected by suicide in their communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Black or African American or those who are not at risk for firearm-related suicide may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding and preventing firearm suicides among Black and African American adults. It aims to develop community-engaged interventions by enhancing qualitative research skills and stakeholder engagement processes. The project will involve collaboration with experts in suicide prevention and health disparities to identify critical life situations that lead to firearm suicides. By working closely with the community, the research seeks to create effective strategies tailored to the needs of this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the rates of firearm suicides among Black and African American adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in community-engaged approaches to suicide prevention, particularly among underserved populations, indicating a promising avenue for this study.
Where this research is happening
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University of Utah
Salt Lake City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Goldstein, Evan Victor — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Goldstein, Evan Victor
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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.