Strengthening relationships to prevent HIV among Hispanic gay and bisexual men
Official title: Adapting and Pilot Testing a Relationship Strengthening Intervention to Prevent HIV Acquisition and Transmission among Hispanic Men in South Florida
Funded at University of Miami Coral Gables · NIH-11248068 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A patient-friendly plan to adapt and pilot a relationship skills program to help Hispanic gay and bisexual men reduce HIV risk and transmission in South Florida.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami Coral Gables NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project start | September 9, 2026 |
| Project end | September 8, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $690,895 |
| NIH project number | 1R34MH139448-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11248068 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Hispanic gay and bisexual men in South Florida, especially those experiencing relationship challenges or co-occurring health concerns.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals not at risk for HIV or not engaged in romantic relationships may be less likely to benefit.
What this research studies
This project adapts a proven relationship program to meet the needs of Hispanic gay and bisexual men in South Florida. It builds communication and decision-making skills to reduce risky sexual behavior and improve health outcomes, with a focus on related issues like IPV, depression, and substance use. The team will test whether the adapted intervention can be delivered feasibly and acceptably in real-world settings and measure its impact on HIV risk and related health concerns. Participants will be engaged through community partners and guided by input from a Community Advisory Board to ensure cultural relevance and practicality.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could reduce HIV acquisition and transmission and improve overall wellbeing in a population at high risk.
How similar studies have gone: Prior evidence suggests adapted relationship-based interventions can be feasible and acceptable; this study builds on that by tailoring to a specific population.
Where this research is happening
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University of Miami Coral Gables
Coral Gables, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Harkness, Audrey — University of Miami Coral Gables
- Study coordinator: Harkness, Audrey
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.