Capacity development in HIV and MEntal health Research in Asia (CHIMERA)
Program Overview
Capacity Development in HIV and Mental Health Research in Asia (CHIMERA)
Introduction
Capacity development in HIV and Mental Health Research in Asia (CHIMERA) is a pioneering program in the region, focusing on HIV-mental health IR training. It is a collaborative effort with The Foundation for AIDS Research.
Program Overview
CHIMERA is a five-year (2019-2024) research training program funded by the Fogarty International Center and the National Institute of Mental Health of the US National Institutes of Health (NIH). The program aims to address the critical need to build capacity among Asia-Pacific clinicians and researchers to study the intersection between HIV and mental health.
Objectives and Scope
- The program leverages the existing network established with researchers in Cambodia, Thailand, and the Philippines.
- It brings forward IR training as an important tool for bridging the gaps between HIV and mental health to inform local health policies and improve the quality of clinical care.
Research Areas
- HIV and mental health
- Implementation science
Geographic Focus
- Asia-Pacific region, specifically:
- Cambodia
- Thailand
- Philippines
Funding
- Funded by the Fogarty International Center and the National Institute of Mental Health of the US National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Duration
- Five years (2019-2024)
This program is designed to enhance research capacity in the critical area of HIV and mental health, ultimately contributing to better health outcomes in the Asia-Pacific region.
