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Bi-Weekly Virology Seminar Series

It is essential for researchers to keep abreast of the work being done by colleagues in a variety of disciplines. To facilitate this, the UCLA-CDU CFAR and the UCLA AIDS Institute sponsors a bi-monthly conference featuring presentations made by researchers working in both basic and translational sciences, clinical therapeutics and biomedical prevention. The topics covered include, among many others, host-virus interactions, novel therapeutics, vaccines, stem-cell research, aging, and viral pathogenesis. The Bi-monthly Multidisciplinary Virology Seminar Series is an in-person meeting from 9:00am to 10:00am in the Biomedical Science Research Building (BSRB) 154 every other Tuesday (click for schedule).  A light breakfast will be available during the meeting. 

HIV GRAND ROUNDS

The HIV Grand Rounds series, offered by UCLA-CDU CFAR, UCLA CHIPTS, and the UCLA AIDS Institute, consists of hour-long lunchtime lectures that are delivered by invited guests or distinguished members of the Institute faculty on a broad range of HIV-related topics.

The aims of the Grand Rounds series are to:

  • Share the latest research findings on HIV prevention, care, and treatment, and highlight important developments in HIV-related research.
  • Encourage scientific collaborations and networking between UCLA investigators and invited speakers.
  • Excite an interest in HIV/AIDS research for early career investigators, and provide resources about new research findings, funding, and career opportunities.
     

Upcoming Events

The UCLA-CDU CFAR and the UCLA AIDS Institute are accepting applications for pilot projects to fund studies that advance implementation science addressing HIV prevention, treatment and care within Los Angeles County and the United States. Funding is provided entirely by the UCLA AIDS Institute. The UCLA-CDU CFAR will administer the program, coordinate peer review, and oversee award administration. The intent is to leverage the CFAR infrastructure while expanding implementation science capacity across UCLA, CDU, and its partners. We anticipate awarding two grants in this cycle.

Maximum request per applicant: $50,000 Direct Costs

Deadline for receipt of Letters of Intent: September 14, 2026

Applicants whose letters of intent are favorably reviewed will be invited to submit a formal proposal.

  • Formal proposals will then be due by December 7, 2026.
  • Applicants will be notified of a decision by February 2027.

The project period is for two years, with the earliest starting date of February 2027.

Please note: Despite the project period noted, no funds may be spent, and no research activities may begin until all required IRB approvals are on file with the CFAR. If pre‑award spending is necessary, you must obtain written approval from the CFAR and AIDS Institute prior to incurring costs.