The U.S. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) awarded a $1,463,190 Project Grant under the Drug Use and Addiction Research Programs (CFDA 93.279) to The Johns Hopkins University. This 5-year grant, effective May 1, 2024, will support research to examine the relationships between engagement with evidence-based HIV risk reduction strategies, including Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), harm reduction services, and law enforcement practices, and HIV incidence among people who inject drugs in rural communities. The study aims to inform the adaptation and pilot testing of a network-oriented HIV prevention intervention for this population. The research aligns with NIDA's 2022-2026 strategic priorities to accelerate the science of harm reduction and address the intersection of substance use and HIV.
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