Support for pediatric HIV/AIDS and cancer research in Sub-Saharan Africa
Biostatistics & Clinical Research Core
This study is all about helping researchers who are working on improving treatments for kids with HIV/AIDS and related cancers in Sub-Saharan Africa by making sure their data is safe, accurate, and easy to use, so they can better understand and tackle these important health issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10895421 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing essential biostatistical and clinical research support for projects related to pediatric HIV/AIDS and infection-related malignancies in Sub-Saharan Africa. It involves maintaining databases, ensuring data quality and security, and facilitating information retrieval to monitor study progress. The core also designs studies and experiments, conducts statistical analyses, and ensures compliance with ethical standards. By collaborating with various projects, it aims to enhance the overall effectiveness of research efforts in this critical area.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children diagnosed with HIV/AIDS or infection-related malignancies in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Not a fit: Patients outside of Sub-Saharan Africa or those without a diagnosis of HIV/AIDS or related malignancies may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies and outcomes for children affected by HIV/AIDS and related cancers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in similar areas has shown success in improving health outcomes for pediatric populations affected by HIV/AIDS.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- Baylor College of Medicine — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hilsenbeck, Susan G. — Baylor College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Hilsenbeck, Susan G.
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.