HIV Proposal Bootcamp is a full-day in-person event designed to support emerging HIV investigators, including faculty at any rank, in developing competitive grant proposals.

Participants submit an aims page in advance and are matched with established investigators with expertise in HIV research. During the event, attendees receive rapid, expert feedback through a series of 30-minute, face-to-face "lightning round" consultations. These sessions provide insights to refine proposals and enhance grant competitiveness.

Modeled after the highly successful Dissemination and Implementation Bootcamp at WashU, it aims to build capacity for innovative HIV research.

The 2026 Bootcamp will be held at the Taylor Avenue Building on the Washington University School of Medicine campus. Accepted proposal teams will have the opportunity to network during meals, consult with HIV research experts, and attend the keynote lecture (speaker TBD).

Attendance at this event is by invitation only.