The Initiative for Multipurpose Prevention Technologies (IMPT)
Turning prevention innovation into informed action.
The Initiative for Multipurpose Prevention Technologies (IMPT) brings together researchers, innovators, advocates, funders, and public health leaders to understand, evaluate, and apply evidence to advance HIV and STI prevention with contraception innovation for women.
In a rapidly evolving landscape of scientific discovery and product development, IMPT strengthens evidence-informed collaboration, knowledge exchange, and strategic action to support the development and adoption of innovative prevention solutions.
What We Do
IMPT strengthens evidence-informed prevention innovation by helping stakeholders:
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Understand emerging prevention technologies and scientific advances
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Interpret evolving evidence across research, development, and implementation
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Navigate complex scientific, regulatory, and public health landscapes
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Foster collaboration among researchers, advocates, funders, and innovators
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Translate evidence into strategic action and implementation pathways
We work across research, public health, advocacy, industry, and funding communities to strengthen collaboration and advance evidence-informed prevention solutions.
Why it Matters
Promising prevention innovations often face significant barriers to translating scientific discovery into real-world impact.
At the same time, rapidly evolving evidence, fragmented stakeholder engagement, and complex implementation pathways can slow progress and limit access to prevention options that address women's health needs.
IMPT helps bridge the gap between innovation and impact by strengthening evidence exchange, fostering collaboration, and supporting informed action across the prevention ecosystem.
