UAB HIV Implementation Science Hub: Building Real-World Ways to End the HIV Epidemic
Official title: UAB Regional Consultation Hub for Precision HIV Implementation Science towards Ending the HIV Epidemic
Funded at University of Alabama at Birmingham · NIH-11591253 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A regional hub in the Deep South is helping researchers and communities implement proven HIV strategies to reduce new infections and improve care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project start | August 6, 2025 |
| Project end | July 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $700,640 |
| NIH project number | 3R24AI191842-02S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11591253 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates include people living with HIV or at risk for HIV in the Deep South who would benefit from improved access to evidence-based prevention and care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients in areas outside the focus region or those not engaged with healthcare systems may see limited direct benefit.
What this research studies
This project centers on translating HIV research into practical actions in clinics and communities in the Deep South. It provides hands-on consultations, trainings, and collaborations to help researchers apply implementation science methods to real-world settings. By connecting investigators with community partners and offering ongoing education, the hub aims to accelerate the adoption of effective HIV prevention and care strategies. The work emphasizes timely, community-engaged approaches to close gaps in care and reduce HIV transmission.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the hub could speed up the use of proven HIV interventions in real-world settings, potentially lowering new infections and improving care for people living with HIV.
How similar studies have gone: Previous implementation science hubs have shown that structured consultations and training can accelerate the uptake of effective HIV care and prevention strategies.
Where this research is happening
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Heffron, Renee a. — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Heffron, Renee a.
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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.