Shared Resources

The UCLA AIDS Institute provides access to a range of shared research equipment to support HIV-related research across UCLA. These resources are intended to enhance efficiency, foster collaboration, and maximize the impact of Institute-supported infrastructure.

All UCLA investigators conducting HIV-related research are eligible to access AIDS Institute shared equipment through Institute membership.

Who Can Use These Resources

Any UCLA investigator, staff scientist, or trainee conducting HIV-related research may become a member of the UCLA AIDS Institute and access shared equipment.

Membership is open to:

• Faculty, staff, and trainees at UCLA
• Investigators across all disciplines whose work aligns with HIV/AIDS research

How to Access Shared Equipment

Step 1: Identify Available Equipment

Browse the list of available shared equipment below. Each listing includes the location and the managing lab in the AIDS Institute.

Step 2: Contact the Equipment Manager

Each piece of equipment has a designated point of contact who can:

• Confirm availability
• Discuss training or user requirements
• Provide usage policies and costs, if applicable

Step 3: Book and Use

Booking procedures may vary by resource. Equipment managers will provide instructions for scheduling, training, and access.

Step 4:  Acknowledgement

We also want to remind you to acknowledge the UCLA-CDU CFAR grant AI152501, UCLA AIDS Institute, and Pendleton Charitable Trust in any presentations and publications resulting from projects that utilize these equipment.