Understanding Kidney Disease in People Living with HIV
Genetic, Environmental & Histologic Basis for Kidney Disease Risk among Persons Living with HIV
This research aims to better understand why some people with HIV develop severe kidney disease, helping doctors predict who is most at risk.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11303702 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Many people living with HIV also experience chronic kidney disease, which can be very serious. We want to find out why this happens by looking at a combination of genetic factors, environmental influences, and specific aspects of HIV infection. By understanding these different pieces, we hope to create better tools to identify individuals with HIV who are at high risk for kidney problems. This will allow doctors to offer earlier support and interventions, and potentially expand options for kidney transplantation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This research is relevant for individuals living with HIV who are at risk for or have chronic kidney disease.
Not a fit: Patients without HIV or those without kidney disease risk factors may not directly benefit from this specific research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to improved ways to predict, prevent, and manage kidney disease in people living with HIV, potentially expanding access to life-saving kidney transplants.
How similar studies have performed: Existing tools for predicting kidney disease risk in people with HIV have limitations, suggesting this approach aims to provide a more comprehensive and effective solution.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Segev, Dorry L. — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Segev, Dorry L.
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.