Training nurse scientists to help end the HIV epidemic
Official title: Next Generation Nurse Scientists Ending the HIV Epidemic
Funded at University of California, San Francisco · NIH-10851784 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is training new nurse researchers to come up with creative ways to prevent and care for HIV, especially for people from diverse backgrounds who often face extra challenges, so we can help reduce new HIV infections in the U.S.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $392,607 |
| NIH project number | 5T32NR020776-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10851784 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals from underrepresented groups who are interested in pursuing careers in nursing and HIV research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not interested in nursing or research careers may not receive direct benefits from this program.
What this research studies
This program aims to train a new generation of nurse scientists who will focus on innovative research and interventions to combat HIV. By increasing the number of nurse scholars, particularly from underrepresented backgrounds, the program seeks to enhance the understanding and implementation of effective HIV prevention and care strategies. Participants will engage in rigorous research methods and develop interventions tailored to populations facing multiple stigmas, such as sexual and gender minorities and people of color. The program is part of a broader initiative to significantly reduce new HIV infections in the United States.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective HIV prevention and care strategies, ultimately reducing new infections and improving health outcomes for affected populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives aimed at training healthcare professionals in HIV research have shown promise in enhancing care and reducing stigma, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dawson-Rose, Carol — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Dawson-Rose, Carol
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.