HIV/AIDS research has saved millions of lives globally and led to innovative advances in multiple diseases

HIV/AIDS Research: A Catalyst for Global Health Advances

HIV/AIDS research has saved millions of lives globally and led to innovative advances in multiple diseases.

Leaders in HIV research highlighted the critical role of that research in advancing HIV science over the past 40 years.

“HIV research has opened the door to breakthroughs and treatments for diseases far beyond HIV/AIDS,” pointed out Larry Corey, MD, professor and past president and director at Fred Hutch Cancer Center and corresponding author.

The authors noted that U.S.-funded HIV research has increased scientific understanding, treatment, and prevention of not only HIV/AIDS but many other health conditions, including immunology, cancer, cardiovascular disease, vaccine development, aging, and global health.

As the world approaches World AIDS Day, researchers renew their commitment to an AIDS-free generation, recognizing the significant contributions of HIV research to global health advances.

Author summary: HIV research drives global health innovations.

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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center — 2025-10-28

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