Understanding preferences for HIV prevention services among gay and bisexual men in the military
Official title: Identifying preferences for receiving HIV prevention services among GBMSMs and for providing HIV prevention services among HCPs who are active-duty service members
Funded at Florida International University · NIH-10948110 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to find out how to make it easier for active-duty service members, especially gay and bisexual men, to access HIV prevention medication called PrEP, by understanding what they want and what stops them from getting it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida International University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Miami, United States) |
| Project start | December 16, 2023 |
| Project end | March 21, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $39,535 |
| NIH project number | 5F31MH133472-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10948110 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are active-duty service members who identify as gay, bisexual, or other men who have sex with men and are at risk for HIV.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not active-duty service members or who do not identify as part of the GBMSM community may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to improve the uptake of HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) among active-duty service members, particularly gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM). It will explore the preferences of these individuals regarding HIV prevention services and identify barriers to accessing these services. The study will utilize innovative methods to gather data on the psychosocial factors that influence service members' willingness to engage with sexual health services. By understanding these preferences, the research seeks to enhance the delivery of effective HIV prevention strategies within the military.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased uptake of PrEP and improved sexual health outcomes for at-risk military personnel.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing psychosocial barriers can significantly improve the uptake of HIV prevention services, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Florida International University
Miami, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rodriguez, Christofer Alfredo — Florida International University
- Study coordinator: Rodriguez, Christofer Alfredo
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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.