HANC has invited Dr. van der Straten to become one of the 10 investigators on the Cross-Network Behavioral Science Consultative Group (BSCG) in coordination and with support from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).  They will provide 5% salary support.  The funding cycle for this project is Dec 1, 2019-November 30, 2020.  The group provides expert opinion as requested to the NIH HIV/AIDS Clinical Trials Networks on the behavioral components of their research agenda and studies.  Dr. van der straten will continue to represent the MTN on the BSCG and will use the connection to multiple networks to foster collaboration with new partners and pave the way for new projects for RTI in the future.