Training and access to HIV research for minority adolescents and young adults
NIAID STAR: Stimulating Training and Access to Research Experiences for Minority and Underrepresented Populations
This study is all about helping young people aged 13-24 from underrepresented backgrounds get better access to HIV prevention services by training them to be leaders in developing new ways to use HIV self-testing and other important tools.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10892879 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving HIV prevention services for underrepresented minority adolescents and young adults aged 13-24 in the United States. It aims to enhance training and mentorship opportunities in HIV research through innovative methods like crowdsourcing and participatory learning communities. By engaging young people in the development of HIV self-testing services and capacity-building activities, the project seeks to empower them as junior leaders in the field. The approach emphasizes evidence-based interventions such as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and sexually transmitted infection testing.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are underrepresented minority adolescents and young adults aged 13-24 who are at risk for HIV.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 13-24 or those not belonging to underrepresented minority groups may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the uptake of HIV prevention services among minority adolescents and young adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using participatory methods and crowdsourcing in health interventions, indicating a promising approach for this project.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, United States
- Washington University — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Iwelunmor, Juliet — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Iwelunmor, Juliet
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.