The San Diego Center for AIDS Research (SD CFAR) is a multi-institutional partnership uniting San Diego State University, Scripps Research, the La Jolla Institute for Immunology, and the University of California San Diego, including the San Diego Veterans Affairs Healthcare System and the Veterans Medical Research Foundation.
Through collaboration across institutions and disciplines, SD CFAR advances innovative HIV research, supports investigators and trainees, and fosters partnerships that strengthen both science and community impact.
Advancing HIV Research Through Collaboration
The San Diego Center for AIDS Research (SD CFAR) brings together investigators from San Diego State University, Scripps Research, the La Jolla Institute for Immunology, and the University of California San Diego. Through shared scientific cores, pilot funding, training programs, and community partnerships, SD CFAR advances innovative HIV research and supports collaboration across institutions.
Discover Cores
Learn more about the expertise, services, and resources offered at the San Diego CFAR
Find Funding
Find and apply for small grants and pilot funding to propel
your HIV research career
For training, publishing, and networking needs, we've got your back.
Seminars & Meetings 2026
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recorded talks!
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using results from your
SD CFAR Developmental grant!
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grant recipients.
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