Training healthcare professionals to improve HIV prevention and treatment for children and adolescents in Kenya
Official title: Research Training on HIV Prevention and Treatment in Children and Adolescents (UO
Funded at University of Nairobi · NIH-11212295 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping healthcare workers in Kenya learn better ways to prevent and treat HIV in children and teens, especially focusing on the growing number of cases among young girls and women, so they can provide better care and support for those affected.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Nairobi NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nairobi, Kenya) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $100,000 |
| NIH project number | 3D43TW012751-01S2 |
| Project ID | NIH-11212295 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include healthcare professionals in Kenya who are involved in the treatment and prevention of HIV in children and adolescents.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in the healthcare profession or who do not reside in Kenya may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the skills of healthcare professionals in Kenya to better prevent and treat HIV among children and adolescents, particularly targeting the rising rates of infection among adolescent girls and young women. The program aims to develop and implement research-oriented training opportunities for clinicians, enabling them to pursue careers in both clinical practice and academic research. By strengthening local expertise, the initiative seeks to address the high rates of vertical HIV transmission and improve overall health outcomes for young populations affected by HIV. Participants will engage in hands-on training and mentorship to foster independent research capabilities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved HIV prevention and treatment strategies for children and adolescents, ultimately reducing infection rates and enhancing health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in similar training programs aimed at enhancing local healthcare capacity to combat HIV, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wamalwa, Dalton Chekoko — University of Nairobi
- Study coordinator: Wamalwa, Dalton Chekoko
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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.