HIV Aging Mentored-Research Interest Group (HAMR)

Our Goals

The HIV Aging Mentored-Research Group (HAMR) is dedicated to advancing research and training at the intersection of HIV and aging through collaborative, interdisciplinary mentorship. As HIV has evolved into a chronic condition requiring lifelong management, our group addresses critical research questions surrounding accelerated aging processes and increased comorbidities in HIV-positive individuals. Our primary goals include:

Mentor-trainee connections: Facilitate meaningful matches between experienced investigators and trainees for HIV aging research projects
Research support: Provide comprehensive feedback on research ideas, ongoing studies, and grant applications
Career development: Offer professional guidance and pre-review opportunities for proposals and applications
Scientific community: Foster dynamic discussions about complex challenges of aging with HIV
Resource leverage: Utilize unique assets available through Johns Hopkins University, the Center on Aging and Health (COAH), and the Center for AIDS Research (CFAR)

Join our community

Calling all JHU investigators: We invite you to expand the impact of your research and mentoring by joining HAMR. Whether you’re an established investigator with expertise to share or a researcher interested in exploring HIV and aging questions, HAMR offers a unique opportunity to collaborate across disciplines and contribute to this critical field. Help us identify and mentor the next generation of HIV aging researchers while advancing your own scholarly pursuits through our bi-monthly scientific discussions and collaborative network.

Ready to get involved?

HAMR meets on the 3rd Monday of every other month from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Check out the calendar!

Contact Todd Brown at tbrown27@jhmi.edu to learn more about joining our interdisciplinary research community.

Know promising trainees?

Direct them to HAMR to connect with experienced mentors, develop their research skills, and engage with cutting-edge questions in HIV and aging research.

Grant number: P30A1094189

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