Award
NIH Reporter #5K01HL165095-04
An implementation science approach to the design and evaluation of tuberculosis self-testing
Recipient
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, United States
Award Amount
$135,337.00
Ceiling
$135,337.00
Awarded
September 12, 2025
Identifier
5K01HL165095-04
A research project funded by the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute to study the feasibility and effectiveness of tuberculosis self-testing in Baltimore using oral swab molecular assays, aiming to improve TB diagnosis and patient-centered care.
Description
This project aims to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of tuberculosis self-testing using oral swab specimens for molecular testing at six facilities serving vulnerable populations in Baltimore, U.S. The study will assess feasibility, identify barriers, and refine strategies to improve TB case detection and health outcomes.