Understanding and addressing stigma to improve HIV prevention and treatment efforts
Integrating the Visualization and Use of Stigma Data to Maximize the Impact of the Ending the HIV Epidemic Initiative
This study is working to understand and reduce the stigma around HIV, which can make it harder for people to get tested and treated, and it aims to create helpful tools to show how reducing stigma can improve care and prevention for everyone affected by HIV.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11095741 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to tackle the stigma surrounding HIV, which has been identified as a significant barrier to effective testing, prevention, and treatment. By collaborating with health departments and community partners, the project will systematically collect and visualize stigma data to better understand its impact on HIV-related outcomes. The research will create stigma dashboards and use modeling to visualize how stigma mitigation can improve key indicators related to HIV care and prevention. Ultimately, the goal is to inform and optimize interventions that can enhance the overall response to the HIV epidemic.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living with HIV or those at risk of HIV who are affected by stigma in their communities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by HIV or those who do not experience stigma related to their health status may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health and quality of life for individuals affected by HIV by reducing stigma and enhancing access to care.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing stigma can significantly improve health outcomes for individuals with HIV, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Baral, Stefan David — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Baral, Stefan David
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.