Understanding what helps or hinders young Black and Latinx people living with HIV to stay engaged in care.
Advancing knowledge on factors that promote or impede engagement along the HIV care continuum over time: A longitudinal mixed methods study of Black and Latinx youth/emerging adults living with HIV
This study is looking at the challenges and support that young Black and Latinx people with HIV experience as they transition from their teenage years into adulthood, to find better ways to help them stay engaged with their healthcare.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10850905 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the challenges and supports that young Black and Latinx individuals living with HIV face in maintaining their healthcare engagement from adolescence to emerging adulthood. By employing a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods, including surveys, interviews, and biomarker assessments, the study aims to gather insights directly from participants about their experiences and the factors influencing their care. The goal is to identify effective strategies to improve healthcare access and adherence to treatment among this vulnerable population over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black and Latinx youth and emerging adults aged 16 to 28 who are living with HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who are not within the age range of 16 to 28 or who do not identify as Black or Latinx may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare engagement and outcomes for young Black and Latinx individuals living with HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using mixed methods to understand healthcare engagement among marginalized populations, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gwadz, Marya — New York University
- Study coordinator: Gwadz, Marya
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.