What’s new for CAHR 2018?

CAHR is pleased to announce that there are a number of new and exciting changes at this year’s Conference. These changes were made in response to feedback from our members and past Conference evaluations. It is our hope that these changes better align the Conference structure with the current needs of HIV/AIDS researchers in Canada and the face of the epidemic.

Changes for 2018 include:

  • More abstract sessions: Over the last several years, the number of abstracts submitted has steadily increased. To reflect this positive trend, an additional oral abstract session has been added to the program that will take place Sunday morning. This will increase the number of oral presentations by 25%, will allow for more cutting edge research to be presented, and will make Sunday’s program more vibrant and interesting!
  • A greater focus on key populations: CAHR is committed to increasing its focus on key populations. As such, CAHR will dedicate one abstract session, and will offer one New Investigator award for the best oral abstract presented in this new category. The focus of this new 2018 session will be announced in the call for abstracts.
  • Waiving of registration fees for community members: Beginning in 2018, CAHR will increase the number of FREE community registration scholarships by nearly 500%! This increase will ensure that those who can best utilize the knowledge gained from attending the Conference can do so at no charge. Community members wishing to attend the Conference will be required to apply for a scholarship.

Thank you for your continued feedback. CAHR will continue to work to improve its Conference model in the years ahead.

Dr. Curtis Cooper
CAHR President

About CAHR

With a membership of more than 1,000 researchers and others interested in HIV research, the Canadian Association for HIV Research (CAHR) is the leading organization of HIV/AIDS researchers in Canada. CAHR is the organizing body for the Annual Canadian Conference on HIV/AIDS Research (CAHR Conference).

CAHR encourages Canadian researchers to be leaders in knowledge translation and to effectively respond both to the Canadian and global HIV/AIDS epidemics. Since its founding in 1991, CAHR has promoted excellence in HIV research, including mentorship and career development of investigators entering the field.

CAHR fosters collaboration and co-operation among HIV research communities, including basic, clinical and social sciences, epidemiology and public health. CAHR also engages people living with HIV/AIDS and AIDS service organizations in ongoing dialogue and information exchange to ensure that HIV/AIDS research remains responsive to the epidemic and its stakeholders.

CAHR is a registered charity.

Contact

For more information or to make a comment, please contact us:

Canadian Association for HIV Research

236 Metcalfe Street, Suite 302
Ottawa, Ontario K2P 1R3

613-747-2465