Understanding aging and health issues in people living with HIV
Clinical Research Sites for the MACS/WIHS Combined Cohort Study (MACS/WIHS-CCS)
This study is looking at how getting older affects people with HIV, especially the ongoing health problems that can come from the virus and its treatment, and it invites participants to share their health experiences to help improve care for everyone living with HIV.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Albert Einstein College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bronx, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11118786 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how aging affects people living with HIV, particularly focusing on chronic health issues that arise due to the virus and its treatment. By analyzing data from long-term studies of HIV cohorts, the research aims to uncover the mechanisms behind these health challenges, which may include inflammation and immune activation. The goal is to improve understanding of how HIV accelerates aging and contributes to various comorbidities, ultimately leading to better health outcomes for patients. Participants may contribute to this important work by sharing their health experiences and data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who are experiencing age-related health challenges.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or who do not have age-related health issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved management and treatment strategies for chronic health issues in people living with HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the health impacts of HIV, making this approach both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Bronx, United States
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine — Bronx, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sharma, Anjali — Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Sharma, Anjali
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.