Understanding health challenges in people living with HIV

MACS/WIHS Combined Cohort Study: Cook County Clinical Research Site (CC_CRS)

NIH-funded research Hektoen Institute for Medical Research · NIH-11092283

This study is looking at the health challenges faced by people living with HIV, like heart problems and memory issues, and it invites patients to join in exploring how these issues happen and what can be done to help.

Quick facts

Grant typeU01 cooperative agreement
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionHektoen Institute for Medical Research NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES)
Project IDNIH-11092283 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on the health issues faced by individuals living with HIV, particularly those related to co-morbidities such as cardiovascular disease, pulmonary issues, and neurocognitive dysfunction. The study aims to enhance understanding of these health challenges through a collaborative approach that includes various scientific disciplines. By analyzing data and specimens from a diverse cohort, the research seeks to identify mechanisms that contribute to premature health complications in HIV-infected individuals. Patients may have the opportunity to participate in various projects that explore behavioral science, malignancy, and other related areas.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals living with HIV who may be experiencing co-morbid health conditions.

Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or who do not have related health issues may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and treatment strategies for individuals living with HIV.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding HIV-related health issues through similar multidisciplinary approaches.

Where this research is happening

Chicago, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome VirusAcquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Virus
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