Thematic Areas & Tracks
Abstracts will run along the following tracks:
1.Epidemiology,HIV Prevention
Safer sexual behavior and reduction in high-risk behaviors among key populations, priority populations and the general population
Implementation studies of new HIV prevention technologies
Program evaluation and optimization for the elimination of mother to child transmission of HIV
Harm reduction program
Early infant diagnosis
Mitigation of socio-structural, cultural, gender and other factors that drive the HIV epidemic
2. Basic Science, HIV Care, HIV Treatment
Treatment options, viral load suppression, drug resistance
Optimizing linkage to care
Adherence to ART and retention in HIV care
Comorbidities and coinfections, general health, mental health
Integration of HIV care and treatment with other health services
HIV and AIDS Cure
Natural and traditional remedies, physical exercise, nutrition, and spirituality
3. Social Support, Human Rights, Gender
Describing HIV related stigma and stigma reduction interventions
Interventions to reduce vulnerability to HIV and AIDS
Gender based violence and discrimination
Child protection and reducing violence against children
Equity and social inclusion
4.Systems Strengthening, HIV and AIDS Financing
Effectiveness of national leadership and coordination frameworks
Workforce for delivery of HIV services
Innovations for optimizing the HIV supply chain systems
Infrastructure for delivery of HIV services
Community systems
Strategic information for the response including sub-group prevalence, size estimations for key, vulnerable, and priority populations
Increased information sharing and data utilization
Innovative methods for epidemiologic, implementation, and translational research