There are currently over 1.5 million HIV-positive people across Europe, with an estimated 100 000 new infections in 2007 alone. An ongoing, targeted monitoring mechanism to assess changes in viral characteristics and the impact they may have on HIV-positive individuals is therefore crucial.
The EU-funded EUROCOORD project combines and strengthens existing HIV research networks. It aims to address key areas of HIV research geared towards improving the management and life of HIV-infected individuals.