Basic Bio
This grant funds early-career California scientists to conduct innovative, mentored pilot studies in basic biomedical and translational HIV research focused on host-pathogen interactions.
Funder: University of California - Office of The President
Due Dates: May 1, 2026 (Questions) | May 14, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | July 9, 2026 (Full Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 in direct costs over 2 years per award (plus up to 40% indirects); supplemental $10,000 available for student/trainee support after year one.
Summary: Supports early-career investigators in California to conduct innovative, mentored pilot studies in basic biomedical and translational HIV research.
Key Information: Only the top 20 LOIs advance; PI must be an early-stage investigator and have a mentor.
Description
This annual funding opportunity from the California HIV/AIDS Research Program (CHRP) at the University of California supports early-career investigators in California to lead mentored pilot studies in HIV-related basic biomedical and translational research. The initiative aims to jumpstart innovative, high-risk projects that can generate preliminary data for larger grants and accelerate new tools for HIV prevention, treatment, and cure. Projects must be grounded in basic or translational science, address HIV/SIV host-pathogen interactions, and be conducted within California.
