Midwest D-CFAR Pilot Plus Funds are available on a rolling basis to support researchers conducting innovative HIV research at WashU or SLU. This funding opportunity is designed to supplement pilot grant applications that are being submitted to centers or institutes at either university, providing additional resources to expand the scope, impact, or sustainability of HIV-related projects. This is meant to help enhance the potential for high-impact HIV research by offering supplemental support that fosters collaboration, enables access to unique resources, and facilitates the advancement of promising HIV research initiatives.

These funds will be awarded for one year and amount to $10,000 in direct costs only. Indirect costs will not be awarded.

We recommend that investigators who are preparing a pilot grant application contact the D-CFAR Developmental Core early in the process ensure alignment with funding requirements and maximize the chances of securing this valuable support.