A quarter of a century into the epidemic: challenges in HIV and AIDS research

As we approach the third decade of the AIDS epidemic, HIV is still considered a new and complex disease for which there is no cure. As such, it presents unique challenges for research. In this article, GEOFFREY SETSWE reviews the status of HIV and AIDS research, and asks whether AIDS is over-researched.

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Journal
Human Science Research Council SA
Published
2025-12-07
DOI
https://doi.org/10.14749/30815735
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HIV Research and Treatment
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A quarter of a century into the epidemic: challenges in HIV and AIDS research

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HIV Research and Treatment
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A quarter of a century into the epidemic: challenges in HIV and AIDS research

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Abstract

As we approach the third decade of the AIDS epidemic, HIV is still considered a new and complex disease for which there is no cure. As such, it presents unique challenges for research. In this article, GEOFFREY SETSWE reviews the status of HIV and AIDS research, and asks whether AIDS is over-researched.

Human Science Research Council SA
Good health and well-being
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HIV Research and Treatment
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