Core Facilities / Services

The CFAR Core facilities support and promote multidisciplinary HIV/AIDS research efforts that would not be possible within the confines of individual laboratories. Review the services listed below and submit our Core Services Request Form or contact core leadership directly via the core webpages to learn about facilities and services.  CFAR core services and expertise are available for investigators working outside UAB.
 
Administrative Core
  • Consultation/Training
  • Logistics/Communications
  • Linkages to Mentoring
Developmental Core
  • Pilot Awards Programs
  • Interdisciplinary Research Groups
  • Mentoring
Clinical Core
  • Clinical Studies Training
  • Sample Repository
  • Cohort Data Services and Informatics
Biostatistics and Analysis Core
  • Consulation and Study Preparation
  • Data Analysis
  • Training
DNA Sequencing and Analysis / Bioinformatics Core
  • Consulation
  • Sample Analysis
  • Informatics Services
Flow Cytometry Core
  • Consulation/Training
  • Flow Cytometric Sample Analysis
  • Self-Serve and Assisted Equipment Use
International Core
  • Conducting research in resource-poor settings
  • Training
Behavioral and Community Sciences Core
  • Study Consultation/Training
  • Research assistance in clinical settings and in the community
Virology Core
*Includes Molecular Biology Core Component
  • Working with live Virus
  • Research materials and preparation
  • On-site research reagents for purchase