Grant: Planning and Dissemination Grant - Institute Community Support

The Canadian Association for HIV Research (CAHR) is the professional organization for HIV and AIDS research in Canada or by Canadians. CAHR includes all researchers and all disciplines of the scientific approaches to HIV and AIDS, for the purpose of its better prevention and treatment and ultimately for its eradication and cure. The annual CAHR Conference is the premier gathering in Canada for those working in the field of HIV, as well as policy makers, persons living with HIV and other individuals committed to ending the pandemic. Canadian researchers remain at the forefront of HIV research, focusing on all aspects of the disease, from exploring the basic underpinnings of the disease, understanding the intersection of aging and complications of HIV/AIDS, improving care and treatment, to developing interventions to reduce the risks and rates of complications. The 2015 Conference programme will present new scientific knowledge and offer opportunities for dialogue on the major issues facing the global response to HIV. CAHR 2015 will be a tremendous opportunity for researchers and community members to share the latest scientific advances in the field, learn from one anothers expertise, and develop new ways to treat and prevent HIV. In an effort to support and facilitate knowledge translation and dissemination of the outcomes and discussions held at the conference, CAHR will be working with the Canadian Journal of Infectious Diseases & Medical Microbiology (CJIDMM) to produce a Journal Supplement. Publishing a Conference Proceedings Supplement in this journal is an effective means of disseminating scientific findings and materials to relevant target stakeholders. The final product will be distributed with the subsequent issue of the CJIDMM to CAHR members, Conference attendees, and other key HIV/AIDS stakeholders. In addition, the supplement will be highlighted in all promotional material for the CJIDMM, and will be posted on both the Journals and CAHRs websites.