Scholarship submissions- Now Open!
HIV-Persistence/HIV-DART 2026 is dedicated to providing scholarships to early-career investigators. Scholarships will be available for early-career investigators based on available conference funds. Eligibility for scholarships will include not having held a substantial (R01 equivalent) NIH grant or within 10 years of a terminal research degree.
For more information, please see our FAQ below.
An emphasis will be placed on early-career investigators, and scholarships will be available based on available conference funds.
Submission deadline: August 21, 2026
Conference registration will open on June 1st, 2026
FAQ
Who is eligible for a scholarship?
Early-career investigators within 10 years of their terminal degree as well as early-career investigators with their master’s or undergraduate degree.
How will the scholarships be reviewed?
Scholarships will be reviewed by the organizing committee as well as the scientific committee as needed. Scholarships will be reviewed for alignment with the conference and need.
How many scholarships are available?
The number of scholarships available will be based on available conference funds. There is no set number, but there may not be enough funds for scholarships for every request.
Do I need to have an abstract to receive a scholarship?
No, however, it is highly recommended as this is an abstract-driven conference, and as such, the goals of the conference are to further scientific advancement through education and collaboration. An abstract is the best way to do this.