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 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.