Training new researchers in health issues affecting sexual and gender minorities
Official title: Mentoring the next generation of substance use, HIV, and epigenetic researchers in sexual and gender minority health
Funded at University of California, San Francisco · NIH-10906337 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping new researchers learn more about how stress and hormones affect substance use in sexual and gender minorities, especially those living with or without HIV, so we can find better ways to support their health and treatment options.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $197,052 |
| NIH project number | 5K24DA057874-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10906337 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are sexual and gender minority individuals, particularly those who are living with HIV or have experienced substance use issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as part of the sexual and gender minority community or those without substance use concerns may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on mentoring early career researchers who study health issues related to sexual and gender minorities, particularly in the context of substance use and HIV. It aims to understand how minority stress and hormonal factors affect substance use behaviors and their biological markers. By comparing individuals living with and without HIV, the research seeks to uncover unique epigenetic profiles that may inform future health interventions. Patients may benefit from improved understanding and treatment options tailored to their specific health needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better health outcomes and targeted interventions for sexual and gender minorities facing substance use challenges.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the health disparities faced by sexual and gender minorities, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Flentje, Annesa — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Flentje, Annesa
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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.