Award
NIH Reporter #5K23MH131468-04
Promoting linkage to PrEP after HIV self-testing through a peer-led intervention for MSM
Recipient
Cedric Howshan Bien-Gund
Award Amount
$194,618.00
Ceiling
$194,618.00
Awarded
March 26, 2026
Identifier
5K23MH131468-04
Award for developing and piloting a peer-led intervention to increase PrEP uptake after HIV self-testing among MSM, aiming to reduce new HIV infections.
Description
This project aims to develop and pilot a peer-led linkage to PrEP intervention after HIV self-testing among MSM, with a focus on increasing PrEP uptake and reducing new HIV infections. It involves behavioral intervention development, feasibility testing, and plans for a hybrid effectiveness-implementation trial.