We are humbled to have Paul Edmonds visit the TV Core (3/14/24), known as the "City of Hope Patient."
See a list of all the COVID-19 press appearances by Dr. Smith here .
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It's important to use correct language when referring to study participants. The Last Gift Team will make every effort to use person-first, inclusive, and respectful language.
The Last Gift tissue donation research study aims to understand the behavior of HIV in the human body – giving scientists the rare opportunity to learn where the virus hides in an individual and inspire medical advancements for generations to come.
Click here to learn more about the Last Gift HIV rapid autopsy research study
Click here to view the September 2024 issue of the TV Core Newsletter
Postdoctoral Scholar Recruitment
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The Translational Virology (TV) Core advances virology research, with a primary focus on HIV, by acquiring, processing, and cryostoring diverse specimens from research study and clinical trial participants. Our Core offers a comprehensive suite of basic and clinical virology assays and analysis tools, essential for clinical, translational, and basic science research, supporting investigators within the UC San Diego community and beyond. We uphold the highest standards of integrity and quality, ensuring rigorous and ethical handling of all specimens and data, reinforcing our commitment to research excellence. The Core is community-oriented and participant-centered, prioritizing the needs and well-being of our local community and clinical trial participants throughout the research process. We provide comprehensive training for all researchers, with a special focus on supporting underrepresented trainees, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment to cultivate the next generation of scientific leaders.
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