Ending the HIV epidemic in Missouri and the Midwest through groundbreaking research, innovative solutions, and community-driven practices for change

Collaboration and Coordination

Washington University in St. Louis and Saint Louis University have joined forces to establish the Midwest Developmental Center for AIDS Research (Midwest D-CFAR) with funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The center serves as a platform for researchers and public health workers to collaborate and coordinate their efforts to fight the HIV epidemic together.

Our vision is to improve the lives of people affected by the HIV epidemic. Our mission is to expand the scope, quality, and impact of science addressing HIV. Our goal is to transform our institutions to lead science aligned with the NIH HIV research priorities, contributing to turning the tide on this epidemic.

D-CFAR News

Drop-in stats office hours (virtual) - October 13, 11am-1pm

Clear Path PrEP mixer (in-person) - October 19, 3:30pm

Merck Investigator Studies Program info session (in-person) - October 27, 12pm

Opportunities

The 2025-2026 Midwest D-CFAR pilot funding cycle is open!

D-CFAR investigator members with primary appointments at WashU, SLU, and HSSU who are either early-stage investigators or more established researchers shifting their focus to HIV are eligible to apply.

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