Training new researchers in HIV-related heart and lung health issues
Hawaii Interdisciplinary Mentored Career Development in HIV Co-Morbidities
This study is creating a training program to help new researchers learn how to better understand and address heart, lung, blood, and sleep issues in people living with HIV, with support and guidance from experienced mentors at the University of Hawaii.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Hawaii at Manoa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Honolulu, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10436836 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a career development program aimed at training the next generation of researchers in the field of HIV-related heart, lung, blood, and sleep co-morbidities. The program will leverage existing strengths at the University of Hawaii, fostering collaborations across various departments and institutions to enhance research capabilities. Junior scholars will receive mentorship and support to conduct impactful research that addresses the health challenges faced by individuals living with HIV. The initiative aims to build a robust infrastructure for ongoing research and clinical application in this critical area.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who may also be experiencing heart or lung-related health issues.
Not a fit: Patients without HIV or those not experiencing any co-morbidities related to heart or lung health may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and management of heart and lung health issues in patients with HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in training programs that focus on interdisciplinary approaches to HIV-related health issues, indicating a promising potential for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
Honolulu, United States
- University of Hawaii at Manoa — Honolulu, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shikuma, Cecilia M. — University of Hawaii at Manoa
- Study coordinator: Shikuma, Cecilia M.
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.