Resilient HIV Implementation for LGBTQ Youth in Africa and globally
Official title: Resilient HIV Implementation Science with Sexual and Gender Minority Youths using Evidence (RISE) Clinical Research Center
Funded at University of Maryland Baltimore · NIH-11474430 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A nationally/internationally coordinated program helps young people aged 15-24 who are at risk of or living with HIV, especially sexual and gender minorities, access better prevention and care through digital health and partnerships.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Maryland Baltimore NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $65,667 |
| NIH project number | 3UG1HD113162-04S5 |
| Project ID | NIH-11474430 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Young people aged 15-24 who are at risk for HIV or living with HIV, especially sexual and gender minority youths in Africa and similar settings.
✕Less likely to help
Youth who are not in the target age range or not engaged with HIV prevention or care services may see limited direct benefit.
What this research studies
This program focuses on improving how HIV prevention and care are implemented for young men who have sex with men and young transgender women, ages 15–24, by building capacity in implementation science and using digital health tools. It brings together a network of African sites and the University of Maryland Baltimore to develop practical strategies that can be adopted by clinics and community organizations. The goal is to translate research findings into real-world guidelines and services that reach these youths where they live, study, and seek care. The project emphasizes equity, youth-focused interventions, rigorous methods, and sustainable collaborations to maximize impact.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, it could speed up access to effective HIV prevention and treatment for young LGBTQ youth and improve health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous implementation science work has shown that structured partnerships and digital health tools can improve care delivery, but this program targets a specific high-risk youth group in international settings.
Where this research is happening
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University of Maryland Baltimore
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Charurat, Manhattan E — University of Maryland Baltimore
- Study coordinator: Charurat, Manhattan E
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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.