Participate in Innovative STI Research

Research is key to improving STI prevention, testing, and treatment. By joining a study, you help drive discoveries that lead to better care. Your participation supports real-world solutions that benefit communities. Every voice matters—yours can make a difference.

Available Research Studies

POCTSTI study

Join our study and tell us your opinions on self-tests for STIs!

The study: The POCTSTI study (Principle Investigator: Susan Tuddenham, IRB number: IRB00445826) is a research study recruiting men and women age 18 and older who have been sexually active in the past year with a man. Researchers are looking for individuals who would like to share their opinions on home self-testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) to understand how to improve these times of tests.

What’s required?

  • One on one interview or focus group discussion.
  • Sessions may be held over the phone, in a private room at your clinic, on Zoom, or at Johns Hopkins.
  • Reimbursement: $50 gift card.

If interested in learning more: Contact the POCTSTI study team