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While digital technologies and peer-led approaches have shown promise in HIV prevention among MSM, their application in university settings is underexplored.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Objective<\/jats:title>\n This study aims to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of a multilevel, internet-based peer intervention model in reducing HIV and syphilis incidence, improving prevention behaviors, and increasing uptake of HIV-related services among student MSM attending university in Chengdu.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods<\/jats:title>\n This prospective before-and-after self-controlled cohort study will evaluate the effectiveness of a 12-month internet-based intervention targeting university student MSM in Chengdu. A total of 484 HIV-negative student MSM among the MSM population will be recruited through WeChat and Blued. Trained student volunteers, supervised by community-based organization staff, will deliver monthly health education, one-on-one counseling, postexposure prophylaxis navigation, and HIV or sexually transmitted infection (STI) self-testing kits via secure online platforms. Participants will complete behavioral surveys and HIV\/syphilis\/hepatitis C virus\/hepatitis B surface antigen self-tests at baseline, 6 months, and 12 months. Primary outcomes included changes in HIV and syphilis incidence rates; secondary outcomes included changes in sexual behaviors, HIV\/STI testing frequency, preexposure prophylaxis\/postexposure prophylaxis uptake, and knowledge improvement.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results<\/jats:title>\n As of May 1, 2025, the intervention materials and training program have been finalized, and recruitment has begun. Enrollment of participants started in April 2025. 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