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. The Midwest D-CFAR is organized into four scientific cores (specialized resource hubs) that provide essential infrastructure, expertise, and services to enhance the quality and efficiency of HIV research. Visit our core services page to learn more.

Our vision is to equitably 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.

World AIDS Day - December 1

SWG Community Collaborative Kickoff Meeting - December 2, 12-1pm CST

Partners 4 Health Contest Webinar - December 3, 11am-12pm CST

HIV Works-in-Progress (HIP): Patricia Cavazos-Rehg (virtual) - December 18, 2-3:15pm CST

Opportunities

Do you have a bold idea for creating a future free of HIV through the strength of partnerships? We want to hear it! The Partners 4 Health contest is open to all and non-traditional submission formats are encouraged. Submissions are due on January 17, 2025. Join an informational webinar on December 3 to learn more.

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Building bridges and making connections: Midwest D-CFAR representatives join inter-CFAR fall events
Building bridges and making connections: Midwest D-CFAR representatives join inter-CFAR fall events

CFARS unite! How do collaboration and innovation drive the fight against HIV? Midwest D-CFAR representatives joined national inter-CFAR events this fall, exploring partnerships and sharing breakthroughs with fellow researchers, advocates, and community leaders.

University of Missouri launches ACCELERATE clinical trial
University of Missouri launches ACCELERATE clinical trial

The University of Missouri-Columbia has launched the ACCELERATE clinical trial, a groundbreaking study simplifying ART re-initiation for people living with HIV who are out of care.

Dreaming big, writing bold: Empowering researchers to end the HIV epidemic through grant writing
Dreaming big, writing bold: Empowering researchers to end the HIV epidemic through grant writing

Grant writing requires grit, passion, and a vision for change. During a transformative week, Midwest D-CFAR co-director Juliet Iwelunmor, PhD, guided 13 participants through the art of crafting grants to drive the fight against HIV in Missouri.

SPOTLIGHT on Dima Dandachi
SPOTLIGHT on Dima Dandachi

Dima Dandachi, MD, MPH, is associate professor of medicine at University of Missouri, medical director of Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services, and co-director of our Scientific Working Group.

Fireside chat with Oliver Ezechi highlights importance of bridging global to local and research to impact
Fireside chat with Oliver Ezechi highlights importance of bridging global to local and research to impact

The Midwest D-CFAR and the WashU Global Health Center co-hosted a compelling discussion between Oliver Chukwujekwu Ezechi, a renowned OBGYN and director of research at the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research and Juliet Iwelunmor, D-CFAR co-director. They highlighted the intersection of global HIV research and its real-world impact on communities.

HIV researchers, advocates, and service providers celebrate the launch of the Midwest D-CFAR
HIV researchers, advocates, and service providers celebrate the launch of the Midwest D-CFAR

The Midwest D-CFAR officially launched at an event held last month in St. Louis which convened about 100 researchers, advocates, and public health professionals.

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