Training to measure and address intimate partner violence in maternal health
Official title: Applied IPV Measurement (AIM) Shortcourse
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-10991189 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a training program to help health professionals better understand and address intimate partner violence during pregnancy, so they can provide safer and more supportive care for moms-to-be.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | September 12, 2024 |
| Project end | September 11, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $422,266 |
| NIH project number | 1R25HD116250-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10991189 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are health professionals and researchers involved in maternal health who are seeking to enhance their understanding and skills related to IPV.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in maternal health research or do not work in related fields may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a comprehensive training program aimed at improving the measurement and understanding of intimate partner violence (IPV) in the context of maternal health. It addresses the significant public health issue of IPV, which is a leading cause of pregnancy-related deaths. The program will equip health professionals with the necessary skills to conduct IPV-related research ethically and effectively, ensuring culturally-specific assessments and interventions are included. By enhancing the competencies of maternal health researchers, the initiative aims to translate evidence into effective interventions that promote health equity and improve maternal safety.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved maternal health outcomes by effectively addressing and preventing intimate partner violence.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that training programs focused on IPV measurement and intervention can lead to significant improvements in addressing this public health issue, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Decker, Michele R. — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Decker, Michele R.
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.