Is Male Circumcision an Acceptable and Feasible Intervention to Reduce HIV Transmission in Papua New Guinea [ 2010 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr David Maclaren (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Frederica Fregonese ,  Dr Lester Ross ,  Dr Michael Wood ,  Joseph Orathinkal
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Brief description In PNG, Australia's nearest neighbour, 76 000 people live with HIV with predictions of up to 500 000 by 2025. African studies show 60% reduction in HIV if men are circumcised. Because relatively few men in PNG are circumcised, promoting circumcision may save thousands of lives. This study examines an NHMRC research priority area in Global Health by analysing social, cultural and religious aspects of circumcision. The study will assess if circumcision is an acceptable way to reduce HIV in PNG.

Funding Amount $AUD 624,913.08

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant