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Researchers Identify a Novel Cell Protein that Can Control HIV Growth
Researchers have discovered a cell protein that can restrict the late phases of HIV replication as well as that of pox viruses.
New Research Frontiers and Funding Fears
Reports of HIV cure research progress and a new PrEP option at the 25th International AIDS Conference were tempered by diminishing funding in treatment and prevention programs.
A Springboard for Transgender Health Advocacy
TransCohort, an international research collaboration led by Thailand’s IHRI/Tangerine Clinic, an amfAR partner, aims to improve HIV-related care among transgender people.
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Leading the Way to a Cure
amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, is one of the world’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to the support of AIDS research, HIV prevention, treatment education, and advocacy. Since 1985, amfAR has raised nearly $900 million in support of its programs and has awarded more than 3,800 grants to research teams worldwide.
Research Grants
amfAR utilizes formal requests for proposals to solicit grant applications for both targeted and general HIV/AIDS research. Proposals are then peer reviewed by the Scientific Advisory Committee on the basis of their relevance, scientific merit, and promise. To date, amfAR has awarded more than 3,800 grants to research teams worldwide.
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Research Grants Awarded
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Requests for Proposals
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