Infectious agents such as HIV and SARS-CoV-2 often behave differently in the brain than in the circulation or other organs, complicating matters for scientists working to stop neurotropic infectious diseases.

The University of California, San Diego, researcher helped identify the HIV retrovirus responsible for AIDS and developed treatments still in use today.

Fast science—with all its warts—is making unprecedented progress in the fight against COVID-19.

The South African scientist fought for women’s access to healthcare in disadvantaged communities.

A video chronicles the course of disease research and prompts questions about where scientists may focus their studies in the future.

The “London patient” may represent the second person cured of the infection by a cell transplant.

Donald Trump announced a plan to drastically cut HIV transmission by 2030, but some scientists and nonprofits aren’t sure the administration will follow through.

Appointed by Ronald Reagan, Heckler led the agency from 1983 to 1985, and helped promote research into AIDS.

Robert Redfield emphasized the importance of science and data in meeting with employees.