Social Network and Technology-Driven Health Equity Research in NYC
Funded by: Center for Drug Use and HIV Research
Project dates: October 2025 - May 2026
Principal Investigator: Shrader, Cho-HeeProject dates: October 2025 - May 2026
Principal Investigator: Duncan, Dustin
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The study addresses critical gaps in understanding the role of new and emerging social networks — particularly digital platforms such as Grindr, TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) — in shaping cannabis and other substance use behaviors, mental health outcomes (e.g., anxiety), and HIV risk in New York City.