Training to improve HIV prevention and care in Georgia
Strategic Training Partnership to End AIDS in Georgia
This study is all about improving HIV prevention and care in Georgia by training local health workers and partnering with international experts, so that people can get tested and receive the help they need more easily.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Partnership for Research/action/health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tbilisi, Georgia) |
| Project ID | NIH-10756948 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the capacity for HIV prevention and care in Georgia through training and collaboration between local and international institutions. It aims to address barriers to HIV testing and linkage to care among key populations by providing doctoral and short-term training in public health and implementation science. The project involves building institutional capacity at local universities and developing an evidence base to improve national responses to HIV. Patients may benefit from improved access to care and better health outcomes as a result of these efforts.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals at risk for HIV or those living with HIV in Georgia, particularly from key populations.
Not a fit: Patients outside of Georgia or those not at risk for HIV may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a significant reduction in HIV incidence and improved health outcomes for individuals in Georgia.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research initiatives have shown success in improving HIV prevention and care in other regions, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Tbilisi, Georgia
- Partnership for Research/action/health — Tbilisi, Georgia (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Djibuti, Mamuka — Partnership for Research/action/health
- Study coordinator: Djibuti, Mamuka
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.