Check out recent news! #CDC published new #clinical recommendations for x2 year injectable #lenacapavir as an additional option for #HIV prevention in the U.S. and in addition to CDC’s current guidance for #PrEP. Read more: chipts.ucla.edu/news/cdc-rec...

Exciting News! @unaids.org welcomes the announcement by the US State Dept. that #PEPFAR will be supporting an initiative by the #Global Fund to Fight #AIDS, TB and #Malaria to provide #lenacapavir to up to 2M people in countries with high burdens of HIV. Read: tinyurl.com/3yjvak6v

Check out the Research Unplugged session (#clinical - #implementation track) hosted by #SDCFAR entitled "Health Disparities in HIV and Infectious Diseases: Insights from Healthcare Institutions in Buenos Aires, Argentina," on Sept. 24, at 4PM PT! Register here: uchealth.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Check out the latest #HIVGrandRounds by Dr. Katharine Bar entitled "HIV-Specific Antibody Responses After Early ART Initiation: Obstacles and Opportunities." Access recording: youtu.be/YN3FJSWmt_w

We want to recognize one of our Core Scientist, Dr. Erik Storholm for receiving the Pioneering Leadership in Science Award at the California HIV/AIDS Research Program Grantee Meeting! Dr. Storholm received this award for his leadership, integrity, and dedication to HIV research.

For those unable to attend today, you can still register for day-two of #CCCHIV2025! Join virtually on Sept 18, at 10AM PT for this national gathering designed to advance integrated, cross-sector approaches to #HIV and aging services. Register here: ucsf.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #PLWH

This upcoming #HIVGrandRounds featuring Dr. Katherine Bar, Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania is entitled “HIV-Specific Antibody Responses After Early ART Initiation: Obstacles and Opportunities," and will take place on September 18, 2025.

Registration is now open for #HIVNextGen on Feb. 5, 2026, at the California Endowment. This conference supports the next generation of #HIV researchers, practitioners, and service providers dedicated to #EndingtheHIVEpidemic. Learn more and register here: chipts.ucla.edu/hiv-next-gen...

Check out this upcoming Fall #AIDSWatch - Transcending the Moment, a virtual mid-year convening hosted by @aidsunited.bsky.social that allows for community members to gather and discuss the latest information on policies and conditions impacting our lives. Register: bit.ly/FallAW25

Join our CHIPTS scientist and UCLA-CDU CFAR colleagues presenting at this livestream on Sept 16., including Drs. Raphael Landovitz, Center Director (CHIPTS), Kara Chew, CP Core Scientist (CHIPTS), and Judith Currier, Admin Core Co-Director (UCLA CDU CFAR). www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbza...

The upcoming livestream entitled "24 Hours to Save AIDS Research," is taking place on Sept. 16, 2025, at 8 AM PT. Join to hear scientists, researchers, and advocates reflect on decades of US federal investment in #HIV research. Be part of the conversation! bit.ly/45Qftts

Check out this interview by @bodyprohiv.bsky.social which features Dr. Joseph Cherabie, from #WashU who shares his personal experience of being elected to be one of the first individuals in the U.S. to receive injectable #lenacapavir #PrEP. Watch here: bit.ly/45Cr00N

This dynamic full-day symposium focused on “Resilience in #HIV Research and Treatment: Progress and Possibilities,” will feature a panel of representatives from #SDCFAR member institutions and the County of San Diego Health & Human Services Agency. Register: ucsd.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

This upcoming #HIVGrandRounds featuring Dr. Katherine Bar, Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania is entitled “HIV-Specific Antibody Responses After Early ART Initiation: Obstacles and Opportunities," and will take place on September 18, 2025.

Check out this press release by @unaids.org that discusses #PEPFAR's support of an initiative by the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, #TB and #Malaria to provide lenacapavir to up to 2 million people in countries with high burdens of #HIV. Read here: unaids.org/en/resources...

Although we are no longer accepting applications for the 2026 Mentored Pilot Grant Program, we encourage those interested in submitting an abstract for next year to visit our webpage to get more information about the opportunity. Learn more: chipts.ucla.edu/pilot-mentor...

Check out this upcoming session on "Randomized Trial of Single-Dose #HPV #Vaccination in Young Women," part of @harvardgh.bsky.social's Global Health Research and Innovation series on September 9, 2025, at 9AM PT. Learn more and register: globalhealth.harvard.edu/event/resear...

Accepting abstracts for #HIVNextGen, the submission deadline is on October 27, 2025, by 5PM PT. Abstracts that examine contextual factors influencing #HIV health outcomes are strongly encouraged. Learn more about submission guidelines and requirements: chipts.ucla.edu/hiv-next-gen...

Join the upcoming #HIVGrandRounds on Sept 18, 2025, at 11 AM PT, at BSRB 154 or virtually via Zoom! Dr. Katherine Bar (#PennCFAR) will discuss how early initiation of #antiretroviral therapy limits #HIV reservoir size and diversity and preserves immunity. Register: uclahs.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Save the date! The #CPDD's 2026 Annual Meeting hosted by @cpddorg.bsky.social is taking place from June 13-18, 2026, in Portland. This conference serves as a forum bringing together basic scientists and clinical investigators from industry, academia, and government. Learn: cpdd.org/meetings/cur...

Check out this recent publication featuring @mustanski.bsky.social that advances the understanding of the implementation of Keep It Up! (KIU) and other effective DHIs through a head-to-head comparison of two viable implementation strategies - DTC and CBO. Access: link.springer.com/article/10.1...

An amazing milestone for #HRSA #RWHAP as they mark 35 years! This program provides more than half of all people diagnosed with #HIV (~500,000) medical care, medications, and support services to help them stay in care. Learn more: ryanwhite.hrsa.gov/about/parts-...

Today is Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (#SHAAD), a day to emphasize the need to prioritize #HIV resources and services in Southern states. This years theme, “Power to the People!”, is meant to be a reminder of the immense power in one’s voice, one’s history,... one’s dollar, and one’s vote.

This dynamic full-day symposium focused on “Resilience in #HIV Research and Treatment: Progress and Possibilities,” will feature a panel of representatives from #SDCFAR member institutions and the County of San Diego Health & Human Services Agency. Register: ucsd.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

The latest episode of #IASUSA #GoingAntiViralPodcast features Dr. Ellen F. Eaton (#uabmedicine) who discusses treating substance use disorder in an in-patient setting and the impact that executive orders have on unhoused individuals concerning access to care. Watch: iasusa.org/2025/08/12/g...

3 weeks remaining until application deadline for the 2026 Mentored Pilot Grant Program! All relevant information about applicant eligibility, CHIPTS faculty mentors, research priorities, and submission requirements are located on our website. Visit here: chipts.ucla.edu/pilot-mentor...

Weeks after #IAS2025, we wanted to share an inspiring reflection that highlights the significance of presenting in a #global stage. Dr. Amanda Miller describes #IAS2025 as a "powerful space focused on the essential role of #mentalhealth in the global #HIV response." Read more: tinyurl.com/2pu4j36p

Check out this article on @cnn.com entitled "Inside the CDC, shooting adds to trauma as workers describe projects, careers in limbo," that features insights from Emily M. Schreiber, Senior Director of Policy & Legislative Affairs (@nastad.bsky.social). Read here: cnn.com/2025/08/11/h...

Projects focused on any aspect of #HIV research from all research disciplines will be considered (e.g., basic, clinical, behavioral, policy, implementation science, social science etc.). Access the RFA: cfar.ucla-cdu.org/wp-content/u...

Access this paper featuring Dr. Jesse Clark, CHIPTS Development Core Director - "Twice-Yearly Lenacapavir for HIV Prevention in Men and Gender-Diverse Persons." Findings showed that #HIV incidence with twice-yearly #lenacapavir was lower than incidence with F/TDF. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39602624/

For those interested in applying, #UCGHI is offering a #GloCalHealthFellowship informational webinar on Friday, August 15, 2025, from 7-8 AM PT! Learn more about the current application cycle from #UCGHI GloCal Director, Dr. Craig Cohen. Register here: ucsf.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Dr. Landovitz's #IASUSA webinar on "Complicated Issues in the Management of PrEP," has been extended to a 2nd session as much discussion was left on challenges in new data and #PrEP options. Join for part 2 of the webinar on August 28, 2025. Learn more: www.iasusa.org/courses/on-d...

Check out this exciting seminar hosted by @hucfar.bsky.social part of their ESI Talk series on Thursday, August 21, 2025, from 10AM-12PM PT! The talk features Dr. Koofhethile (@HarvardChanSPH) who will discuss advancing #HIV cure research in Botswana. Register: mailchi.mp/045e6a7de3e4...

The UCLA-CDU CFAR and the UCLA AIDS Institute are accepting applications for their Pilot Projects designed for early-career investigators, Letters of Intent (LOIs) are being evaluated until deadline on Friday, September 12, 2025. Learn more: cfar.ucla-cdu.org/pilot-projec...

The @ucghi.bsky.social is now accepting applications for their #GloCalHealthFellowship! The fellowship cultivates a supportive environment where researchers are equipped with the tools to address pressing health challenges. Apply by Sept. 15, 2025! ucghi.universityofcalifornia.edu/fellowships/...

For those interested in our #HIVGrandRounds series, we encourage you to visit our website to get more information about the series and upcoming sessions (as details become available). Also available is our recordings from previous sessions. Learn more: chipts.ucla.edu/training/hiv...

Registration for the #SDCFAR Research Day on Sept. 11, 2025, at 9 AM PT, in San Diego is now open! The research day aims to highlight groundbreaking discoveries that are transforming the landscape of #HIV research, treatment, and prevention. Register here: ucsd.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

Don't forget to check out the 8 papers from our UCLA 3R IS Hub investigators featured in the 2025 #JAIDS supplemental issue released in mid-April! The issue examined key findings and takeaways from 120 #EHE projects across 40 priority jurisdictions. Read here: journals.lww.com/jaids/toc/20...

Join our #ICYMI session sharing highlights of #IAS2025 on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, from 2-3 PM PT! We welcome students, community members, healthcare providers, policymakers, researchers, and anyone interested to join. Register here: bit.ly/ICYMI2025

We strongly encourage proposals for the 2026 Mentored Pilot Grant Program that contribute towards CHIPTS scientific theme of #HIV treatment and prevention, #MentalHealth, and/or #SubstanceUse co-morbidities. Learn more: chipts.ucla.edu/pilot-mentor...

Letters of Intent (LOIs) are currently being accepted for #GileadSciences Research to Advance #HIV Treatment Outcomes (RESONATE) RFP Program, the LOI’s are being evaluated monthly until the deadline on November 3, 2025, at 11:59 PM PT. Learn more: gilead.com/-/media/file...

Don't forget today (July 21st) is the last day to submit abstracts for the #SDCFAR Research Day in San Diego. The conference theme is "Resilience in #HIV Research and Treatment: Progress and Possibilities."

Our colleagues at @ucsfprevention.bsky.social have announced The iVY Study - A cutting-edge research initiative. The project focuses on enhancing health and well-being through short video counseling sessions and a mobile health app. Sessions are done remotely. Learn more: ivy.ucsf.edu

We are excited to share that some of our amazing CHIPTS investigators that are in attendance at #IAS2025 are planning to share key highlights from the conference in an #ICYMI session designed for our #CHIPTS community. Register here: bit.ly/ICYMI2025

A comprehensive list of all featured abstracts from the 13th IAS Conference on #HIV Science ( #IAS2025) in Kigali, Rwanda is available in the Journal of the International AIDS Society ( #jiasociety). Access this helpful resource: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/17582652...

An inspiring press release was shared following a press conference on the opening day of #IAS2025. The press release captures #IAS2025's efforts in spotlighting scientific progress, funding challenges and calls to action by committed leaders. Read more: iasociety.org/news-release...

Now accepting applications for the 2026 Mentored Pilot Grant Program for emerging investigators. This grant will support applicants in obtaining individualized, mentored research from a committed faculty mentor. Deadline is September 2, 2025! Learn more: chipts.ucla.edu/pilot-mentor...

Abstract submission deadline has been extended for the #SDCFAR Research Day taking place on Thursday, September 11, 2025, in San Diego. The abstract submission deadline is on Monday, July 21, 2025. Learn more about the Research Day and how to submit an abstract: cfar.ucsd.edu/en/meetings/...

Check out this upcoming #IASUSA webinar featuring CHIPTS Center Co-Director, Dr. Raphael Landovitz who will describe the management of challenging cases, including #HIV infection diagnosis within the context of #PrEP and breakthrough infection. Register here: www.iasusa.org/events/webin...

We are excited to announce the CHIPTS HIV Next Generation Conference (#HIVNextGen) on Feb. 5, 2026. If you're interested in attending, please save the date and subscribe to our email listserv for updates on registration and abstract submissions. Subscribe: forms.gle/xYex4wm8nETL...