AIDS Research

Definition

AIDS research refers to scientific studies and investigations aimed at understanding the causes, prevention methods, treatment options, and public health strategies related to Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Researchers work towards finding effective treatments and developing preventive measures against this viral infection.

Related terms

HIV/AIDS: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is the virus that causes AIDS. The terms HIV/AIDS are often used together as they are closely related.

Clinical Trials: Clinical trials are experiments conducted on humans that test new drugs or interventions for safety and effectiveness before they are approved for widespread use.

Epidemiology: Epidemiology is the study of how diseases spread and impact populations, including investigating patterns, causes, and risk factors.