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Understanding and improving treatments for AIDS and related cancers

Official title: AIDS AND CANCER VIRUS PROGRAMS (ACVP)

Funded at Leidos Biomedical Research, INC. · NIH-11200934 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is all about learning more about viruses linked to AIDS to help improve how we diagnose, prevent, and treat HIV and related cancers, so that patients can have better treatment options and healthcare.

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Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionLeidos Biomedical Research, INC.
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Frederick, United States)
Project startSeptember 28, 2024
Project endAugust 30, 2025
Funding year2024
Award (this year)$13,244,534
NIH project number75N91019D00024-0-759102400011-1
Project IDNIH-11200934 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals diagnosed with HIV/AIDS or those at risk of developing AIDS-related cancers.

Less likely to help

Patients who do not have HIV/AIDS or related cancers may not receive direct benefits from this research.

What this research studies

This research program focuses on enhancing our understanding of AIDS-associated viruses and their impact on health. It involves a multidisciplinary approach that includes basic and applied studies aimed at improving diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of HIV infection and AIDS, as well as cancers related to these viruses. The program utilizes various methodologies, including in vitro studies, in vivo studies with non-human primate models, and international viral epidemiology to gather comprehensive data. Patients may benefit from advancements in treatment options and improved healthcare strategies as a result of this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diagnosis and treatment options for patients with HIV/AIDS and related cancers.

How similar studies have gone: Previous research in this area has shown promise in improving treatment outcomes for patients with HIV/AIDS and related conditions.

Where this research is happening

  • Leidos Biomedical Research, INC.
    Frederick, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Dmitrovsky, Ethan — Leidos Biomedical Research, INC.
  • Study coordinator: Dmitrovsky, Ethan

Related research

Other NIH-funded projects on the same topics.

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.
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