Understanding risks for firearm violence involvement

Individuals' Longitudinal Risks for Firearm Violence Perpetration and Victimization

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES · NIH-11057244

This study is looking at what causes people to be involved in gun violence, whether as someone who uses a gun or someone who gets hurt, and it aims to find better ways to prevent this violence by working with communities and gathering information from those at risk.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorCOLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES (nih funded)
Locations1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11057244 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on identifying and understanding the factors that contribute to individuals' risks of being involved in firearm violence, either as perpetrators or victims. It aims to develop a comprehensive approach to firearm violence prevention through collaboration, coursework, and community engagement. The project will involve designing and implementing cohort studies to gather data on at-risk populations, utilizing a social ecological systems framework to analyze the complex interactions that lead to firearm violence. Patients may benefit from insights gained that could inform prevention strategies and policies.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals aged 12 and older who are at risk of experiencing firearm violence, either as victims or perpetrators.

Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk of firearm violence or who do not reside in the study's geographic focus areas may not receive benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective strategies for preventing firearm violence, ultimately saving lives and reducing injuries.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using cohort studies and social ecological frameworks to address violence prevention, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

NEW YORK, 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.

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