Understanding how human mobility affects HIV transmission and care
Mentoring Clinical Investigators in Patient Oriented Research on Human Mobility and HIV
This study is looking at how moving around different places affects the spread of HIV and access to treatment, and it aims to find better ways to help people who travel often get the care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11062504 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the impact of human mobility on the transmission of HIV and the effectiveness of HIV care. It aims to explore how movement between different geographic areas can influence the spread of HIV and hinder access to treatment. The project will develop strategies to improve HIV outcomes for populations that frequently move, particularly in regions where HIV is prevalent. By training new clinical investigators in this area, the research seeks to build a workforce capable of addressing these complex challenges.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who frequently move between different communities or regions.
Not a fit: Patients who are stable in one location and do not experience mobility issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved HIV prevention and treatment strategies for mobile populations.
How similar studies have performed: While research on HIV and mobility is emerging, this specific approach to mentoring and developing interventions is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Camlin, Carol Suzanne — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Camlin, Carol Suzanne
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.