Long Term Effects of Chronic HIV Infection on the Developing Brain

Agency: NIMH

Agency Award Number: RO1MH094159

Millions of patients are at risk of developing HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders (HAND).  We have identified a unique patient cohort that could help in deciphering the risk factors associated with HAND.  The overarching hypothesis is that HAND will continue to be prevalent in the long term surviving young adults on HAART and it will have a significant impact on their lives.