research opportunities
Research is how we find new, innovative ways to preserve your health and promote the health of our community. Trillium Health is proud to partner with many community organizations that conduct research in Rochester and the Finger Lakes. Check out the studies below to learn more!
If you have questions about a particular study, please contact the organization conducting the research. For general questions about partnering with Trillium Health for research opportunities, please contact Shealynn Hilliard at shilliard@trilliumhealth.org.
The Women’s Sexual Health Study: PrEP, Pleasure, and Sexual Health
If you are at least 18 years old and a Black and/or Hispanic/Latine women of trans experience, you may be eligible for this study.
The Women’s Sexual Health study aims to understand sexual health knowledge, PrEP use, and the nature of intimate sexual relationships among Black and Hispanic/Latine transgender women. Participation includes completing an online survey. Some participants will be asked to complete an individual interview, which can be virtual or in-person. You will be compensated for each activity you complete.
For more information on your eligibility for the study, please follow this link.
For more information about this study, please email The Women’s Sexual Health Study Team at ROC_WomenHealthStudy@URMC.Rochester.edu.
Living Her Best Life: The Long-Time Survivor Study
If you are at least 18 years old, a Black/ African American woman, assigned female at birth, and have been living with HIV for 10 years or more, you may be eligible for this study.
The Long-Time Survivor Study aims to understand the experiences of Black women living with HIV surrounding treatment and sexual health promotion. Long term survivors’ experience with long-term HIV treatment and sexual health strategies will be examined. Participation includes three individual interviews, which can be virtual or in-person. You will be compensated for each interview you complete.
If you are interested in participating, please complete the screening survey here. For more information, please contact the Long-Term Survivor Study Team at ROC_WomenHealthStudy@urmc.rochester.edu or 585.275.4520.
SHAYDES Study
If you are 18 to 26 years old with a history of cancer, you may be eligible for this study.
The SHAYDES study aims to understand the sexual health needs of young adults with a history of cancer. Participants will be asked to attend a one-on-one virtual interview lasting about one hour. You will be compensated for completing the interview.
For more information on participation, please visit the website, tinyurl.com/SHAYDES. You can also contact Dr. Viktor Clark at 410.852.2979.
The Bi+ Health and Relationship Project (BiHARP)
If you are Bi+ (bisexual, pansexual, queer, etc.), married for at least three years, and you or your partner are at least 35 years old, you may be eligible for this study.
The Bi+ Health and Relationship Project (BiHARP) aims to understand how Bi+ individuals’ health behaviors, mental health, and physical health are influenced by their spouses. Bi+ men married to men and Bi+ people of color of any gender identity are encouraged to participate. Participation includes each partner completing an individual interview over zoom for about one hour. Each partner will be compensated for completing an interview.
For more information, follow this link. To contact the BiHARP Team, email health@austin.utexas.edu.
Project Transcendence
If you are at least 18 years old and identify as a black transgender woman, you may be eligible for this study.
Project Transcendence aims to understand different factors that can influence engagement in HIV prevention behaviors among Black transgender women. The goal of the study is to develop a program designed to better support Black transgender women's use of HIV prevention tools. Participation involves completing 3 online surveys over 3 months and you will be compensated. If you are interested in learning more, please complete a brief screening survey here.
For more information, please contact the Project Transcendence study team at projecttranscendence@ssw.umaryland.edu.
Dental Connections Study
If you are at least 18 years old and living with HIV/AIDS, you may be eligible for this study.
The Dental connections study aims to assess People Living With HIV/AIDS for dental problems such as gum disease, cavities, etc., and/or mental health issues like depression, anxiety, etc. and refer all participants who screen positive for oral diseases and/or for mental illness for further evaluation. Participation involves attending two visits six months apart. At each visit, you’ll be asked to complete a set of survey questions, have a dental exam, and provide a saliva sample. The study staff will help you coordinate your dental care as needed.
If you are interested in participating or want more information, please call the University of Rochester Eastman Institute for Oral Health team at (585)275-5007.