Understanding how HIV drug resistance is monitored and transmitted
HIV drug resistance, monitoring and transmission
This study is looking at how HIV can become resistant to treatment and how we can keep track of it, so we can find better ways to help both adults and kids living with HIV, and you might be able to help by sharing your samples and information.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Miriam Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11003765 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the mechanisms of HIV drug resistance and how it is monitored in patients. It combines clinical care with laboratory and bioinformatics approaches to better understand the transmission of resistant strains of the virus. The study aims to improve treatment strategies for both adults and children living with HIV by identifying patterns of resistance and enhancing monitoring techniques. Patients may be involved in providing samples and data that contribute to this important work.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include both adults and children diagnosed with HIV who are undergoing antiretroviral therapy.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with HIV or those who are not currently receiving treatment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatment options for HIV patients by improving monitoring and management of drug resistance.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding HIV drug resistance and its implications for treatment, indicating that this approach is built on established findings.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Miriam Hospital — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kantor, Rami — Miriam Hospital
- Study coordinator: Kantor, Rami
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.