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ID	Title	Description	Epidemic and Data Type	Modeling and Data Tools	Step in process	Date Last Modified	File Size	Link	hf:tax:doc_id_number	hf:tax:doc_epidemic_and_data_type	hf:tax:doc_modeling_and_data_tools	hf:tax:doc_training_type
54	Installing Java if using EPP	How to install Java, which is required if using EPP	All	All	f_Additional help	August 31, 2021	5 MB		54	all	all	f_additional-help
40G	Under the hood: EPP generalized	Provides the concept behind the EPP model and explains in detail how EPP produces incidence trends estimates from multiple prevalence data sources.	Generalized	EPP gen	e_In-depth model explanation	August 31, 2021	73 MB		40g	generalized	epp_gen	e_in-depth-model-explanation
40C	Under the hood: EPP (Concentrated)	For concentrated epidemics: A deep dive to understanding the EPP module	Concentrated-Using case surveillance data	EPP conc	e_In-depth model explanation	August 31, 2021	75 MB		40c	concentrated_using_case_surveillance_data	epp_conc	e_in-depth-model-explanation
40A	Under the hood: AEM	For concentrated epidemics: A deep dive to understanding the AEM module	Concentrated-Using key population survey data	AEM (Asian Epidemic Model)	e_In-depth model explanation	August 31, 2021	2 MB		40a	concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data	aem_asian_epidemic_model	e_in-depth-model-explanation
40S	Under the hood: CSAVR	A deep dive to understanding the CSAVR module	Concentrated-Using key population survey data	CSAVR	e_In-depth model explanation	August 31, 2021	46 MB		40s	concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data	csavr	e_in-depth-model-explanation
52G	How to import the estimates into the PEPFAR datapack	Provides information on how to transfer data from Spectrum to the US Government Datapack	Generalized	Data Pack	f_Additional help	August 31, 2021	44 MB		52g	generalized	data_pack	f_additional-help
31	Using modelled results	Explains how to make sense of and share the results with relevant stakeholders in your country to critically review national and subnational level program outcomes and set strategic goals and improve the program and disease outcomes.	All	All	d_Using the estimates	August 31, 2021	28 MB		31	all	all	d_using-the-estimates
50S	Cause of death Sankey diagram tool	A tool that assists country teams to visualise cause of death reallocation by sex, 5 year age group, and calendar year.	All	All	f_Additional help	August 31, 2021	1 MB		50s	all	all	f_additional-help
76	Guide 6, Data Quality Standards of Practice	Leading practices for HIV data quality and provides standards countries may use to assemble the highest possible quality of programme data for their HIV estimates.	All	All	g_User guide	August 31, 2021	385 KB		76	all	all	g_user_guide
74	Guide 4, Preparing Naomi data inputs	Guide to preparing Naomi data inputs	Generalized	Naomi	g_User guide	August 31, 2021	3 MB		74	generalized	naomi	g_user_guide
78	Guide 8, Data quality, Indicator Element matrix	Leading practices for HIV data quality. Provides details of key indicators and where they are captured	All	All	g_User guide	August 31, 2021	23 KB		78	all	all	g_user_guide
77	Guide 7, Data quality, Draft terms of reference for national estimates teams	Leading practices for HIV data quality. Provides an example of a terms of reference that could be used/modified by country HIV estimates teams.	All	All	g_User guide	September 13, 2021	24 KB		77	all	all	g_user_guide
01	Introduction to the HIV estimates process	Provides an overview of the HIV estimates process from why UNAIDS supports the country teams to produce estimates to what the indicators are to who will be involved in the process and how and when the estimates are done and due.	All	All	a_Overview	December 01, 2021	13 MB		01	all	all	a_overview
11	Introduction to Spectrum on the web	Introduction to the web version of Spectrum and how to navigate and use it.	All	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	b_Data preparation	December 01, 2021	35 MB		11	all	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	b_data-preparation
41	Under the hood: Spectrum	A deep dive to understanding Spectrum	All	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	e_In-depth model explanation	December 01, 2021	34 MB		41	all	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	e_in-depth-model-explanation
32	PMTCT stacked bar	Provides a summary of how to use the PMTCT stacked bar produced in Spectrum to inform your country’s PMTCT strategy and program management.	All	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	d_Using the estimates	December 01, 2021	27 MB		32	all	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	d_using-the-estimates
53S	Importing ECDC or Direct incidence and Uncertainty Analysis	Describes how to import externally produced country estimates of HIV incidence, specifically a projection of incidence produced using the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) HIV Modelling Tool, or from another model, which can be incorporated using the ‘Direct incidence input’.	Concentrated-Using key population survey data	CSAVR	f_Additional help	December 01, 2021	1 MB		53s	concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data	csavr	f_additional-help
56	VMMC Data Preparation and Upload	A description of how to update data for use in the Avenir district male circumcision model	Generalized		c_Updating data and model estimates	January 06, 2022	730 KB		56	generalized		c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
12G	How to use the AIDS Data Repository	Provides the rational for the AIDS Data repository and advantages of using it to help manage the development of subnational estimates	Generalized	ADR	b_Data preparation	January 11, 2023	3 MB		12g	generalized	adr	b_data-preparation
33	Understanding the HIV testing and treatment cascade	Provides an overview of the 95-95-95 targets and HIV testing and treatment cascade.	All	All	d_Using the estimates	January 11, 2023	11 MB		33	all	all	d_using-the-estimates
10G	Data required for the estimates: generalized	An overview of the process for generalized epidemic countries and what input data is needed to prepare for the estimates	Generalized	All	b_Data preparation	March 28, 2023	685 KB		10g	generalized	all	b_data-preparation
34	Spectrum Viewing Results	Takes you through the process of how to view different Spectrum results	All	All	d_Using the estimates	May 04, 2023	503 KB		34	all	all	d_using-the-estimates
55	Aligning Spectrum Estimates with GAM reporting	Provides an overview of the alignment between HIV estimation processes using Spectrum and the GAM reporting	All	All	f_Additional help	May 04, 2023	436 KB		55	all	all	f_additional-help
21	Basic steps to update program data	Explains the basic steps to update your program data including PMTCT, ANC, HIV testing and ART	All	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	c_Updating data and model estimates	October 13, 2023	1 MB		21	all	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
24	Estimating incidence by age and sex	Explains the basic steps to update your sex/age pattern, and how Spectrum’s age pattern in incidence influences indicator results	All	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	c_Updating data and model estimates	October 13, 2023	367 KB		24	all	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
25	Spectrum Advanced Options	Explains the steps to navigate through Spectrum advanced options	All	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	c_Updating data and model estimates	October 13, 2023	1 MB		25	all	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
10C	Key population data: HIV prevalence, Group Size, ART	An overview of the key population input data is needed to prepare for the estimates	Concentrated-Using key population survey data	EPP conc	b_Data preparation	October 13, 2023	2 MB		10c	concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data	epp_conc	b_data-preparation
26	Fertility, prevalence in pregnant women in Antenatal Care, PMTCT and pediatric ART coverage	Explains the steps to make adjustments to HIV-related fertility reductions and ensuring ANC data quality,	All	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	c_Updating data and model estimates	October 13, 2023	276 KB		26	all	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
80G	Registering and joining an organisation – The AIDS Data Repository	Explains the basic steps to register or join an organization in ADR	Generalized	ADR	b_Data preparation	October 17, 2023	4 MB		80g	generalized	adr	b_data-preparation
81G	Configuring a DHIS2 Source – The AIDS Data Repository	Explains the basic steps to configure a DHIS2 source in ADR	Generalized	ADR	b_Data preparation	October 17, 2023	35 MB		81g	generalized	adr	b_data-preparation
82G	Editing your data – The AIDS Data Repository	Provides some guidance on how to edit data within ADR	Generalized	ADR	b_Data preparation	October 17, 2023	8 MB		82g	generalized	adr	b_data-preparation
83G	Pulling data from DHIS2 – The AIDS Data Repository	Explains the basic steps on how to pull data from DHIS2 into ADR	Generalized	ADR	b_Data preparation	October 17, 2023	8 MB		83g	generalized	adr	b_data-preparation
84G	Sharing data – The AIDS Data Repository	Provides an overview on how to share data in ADR	Generalized	ADR	b_Data preparation	October 17, 2023	7 MB		84g	generalized	adr	b_data-preparation
85G	Validating your data – The AIDS Data Repository	Provides an overview on data validation in ADR	Generalized	ADR	b_Data preparation	October 17, 2023	10 MB		85g	generalized	adr	b_data-preparation
86G	Versioning your data – The AIDS Data Repository	Provides an overview on versioning your data in ADR	Generalized	ADR	b_Data preparation	October 17, 2023	14 MB		86g	generalized	adr	b_data-preparation
22S	Triangulate and select between CSAVR with EPP_Requirements for publishing an incidence trend	Explains the considerations for selecting and reconciling data from different sources, namely CSAVR and EPP, to meet the requirements for publishing an incidence trend.	Concentrated-Using case surveillance data	CSAVR	e_In-depth model explanation	October 27, 2023	566 KB		22s	concentrated_using_case_surveillance_data	csavr	e_in-depth-model-explanation
57	Impact of stigma and discrimination, unequal gender norms and policies on the HIV epidemic and response	Provides additional context to understand the impact of stigma and discrimination, unequal gender norms and policies on the HIV epidemic and response	All	All	f_Additional help	October 27, 2023	1 MB		57	all	all	f_additional-help
91	Fast-Track Cities	Guidance on the development of city-level HIV estimates	All	All	g_User guide	December 14, 2023	850 KB		91	all	all	g_user_guide
06	Overview of child model in Spectrum	Provides an overview of how the child model operates within Spectrum	All	All	a_Overview	January 18, 2024	543 KB		06	all	all	a_overview
75	Guide 5, Naomi quick start	Instructions for using the Naomi model	Generalized	Naomi	g_User guide	January 29, 2024	2 MB		75	generalized	naomi	g_user_guide
09	Program and surveillance data collation & data quality review	Provides an overview of program and surveillance data needs, and quality review using the AIDS Impact Module in Spectrum for concentrated HIV epidemic settings	Concentrated-Using case surveillance data, Concentrated-Using key population survey data	CSAVR, EPP conc, Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	b_Data preparation	February 06, 2024	2 MB		09	concentrated_using_case_surveillance_data concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data	csavr epp_conc spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	b_data-preparation
21B	AEM brief update for 2024	Provides a brief a brief update on AEM & ​issues to watch for​	Concentrated-Using key population survey data	AEM (Asian Epidemic Model), EPP conc	c_Updating data and model estimates	February 06, 2024	798 KB		21b	concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data	aem_asian_epidemic_model epp_conc	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
14C	Key Populations workbook for concentrated epidemics	Provides an overview of the updated excel workbook about Key Populations, for Concentrated Epidemic countries to use alongside Spectrum 2024 HIV estimates	Concentrated-Using case surveillance data, Concentrated-Using key population survey data	CSAVR, EPP conc, Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	c_Updating data and model estimates	February 20, 2024	1,011 KB		14c	concentrated_using_case_surveillance_data concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data	csavr epp_conc spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
15	ReadMe KP Goals Workbook	Readme instruction to review and update the Excel workbook about Key Population data and 2023-round Goals calibration, in the context of 2024-round HIV estimates	Concentrated-Using case surveillance data, Concentrated-Using key population survey data	EPP conc, Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	c_Updating data and model estimates	February 20, 2024	26 KB		15	concentrated_using_case_surveillance_data concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data	epp_conc spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
90	Subnational HIV Estimates in Priority Populations	To identify the places and populations at highest risk of HIV, in order to strengthen plans for differentiated HIV prevention. (Tool, User guide and methods)	Generalized	All	g_User guide	February 29, 2024	84 MB		90	generalized	all	g_user_guide
92	ART 2024 DQA technical update	This technical brief summarizes key updates to the 2018 Data quality assessment of national and partner HIV treatment and patient monitoring data and systems implementation tool focusing on implementing and following up remedial activities after such assessments and guidance on developing data quality improvement strategies. It is intended that this technical update is used alongside the 2018 implementation tool to support country implementation of data quality assessments.	All	All	b_Data preparation, f_Additional help, g_User guide	April 25, 2024	406 KB		92	all	all	b_data-preparation f_additional-help g_user_guide
93	VL DQA 2024 technical update	This technical update of the 2020 viral load data quality module provides further guidance on the recommended data quality assurance activities, updated web annexes to support country implementation, and generic budgets for viral load testing data quality monitoring activities. These are part of ongoing efforts to standardize approaches to ensure that accurate and timely HIV viral load testing data and results are available for both clinical use and to strengthen programme monitoring. This aligns with recommendations outlined in the 2022 WHO Consolidated guidelines on person-centred HIV strategic information on data quality assessment and improvement.	All	All	b_Data preparation, f_Additional help, g_User guide	April 25, 2024	264 KB		93	all	all	b_data-preparation f_additional-help g_user_guide
22a	Naomi sub-national estimates: Data review function in Naomi	The data review function in Naomi allows users to examine input data for possible inconsistencies	Generalized	Naomi	b_Data preparation	November 27, 2024	6 MB		22a	generalized	naomi	b_data-preparation
72	Guide 2, Spectrum basic steps 2025	Basic steps to use Spectrum and generate national HIV estimates	All	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	g_User guide	January 06, 2025	66 KB		72	all	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	g_user_guide
71	Guide 1, What’s new in Spectrum 2025	Key changes in Spectrum to generate 2025 estimates	All	All	g_User guide	January 06, 2025	37 KB		71	all	all	g_user_guide
73	Guide 3, Updating Spectrum HIV estimates 2025	Guide for updating Spectrum HIV estimates	All	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	g_User guide	January 08, 2025	10 MB		73	all	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	g_user_guide
04G	Introduction to 2025 estimates for generalized epidemics	An introduction to the estimates process and an overview of the available tools and resource materials	Generalized	All	a_Overview	January 19, 2025	982 KB		04g	generalized	all	a_overview
20G	Getting Started-with-Spectrum, Generalized	Explains the basic steps to update your Spectrum/AIM file for the 2025 estimates round	Generalized	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	c_Updating data and model estimates	January 21, 2025	2 MB		20g	generalized	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
22G	Naomi sub-national estimates: Creating subnational HIV estimates	Overview of Naomi and the basic steps to update the model to produce sub-national estimates.	Generalized	Naomi	c_Updating data and model estimates	January 23, 2025	2 MB		22g	generalized	naomi	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
14G	Key Population Workbook for Generalized epidemics	Explains the reason for the KP workbook and the process for completing the workbook	All	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	b_Data preparation	January 23, 2025	1 MB		14g	all	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	b_data-preparation
79	Guide 9. 2025 Key Populations Workbook Guidance	Explanation of how to complete the key population workbook and how to attach to Spectrum	Generalized	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	g_User guide	January 23, 2025	1 MB		79	generalized	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	g_user_guide
17	Naomi: Sub-National data review	Guides users on how to review their subnational data	Generalized	Naomi	b_Data preparation	January 23, 2025	6 MB		17	generalized	naomi	b_data-preparation
19	Naomi: Methods overview	A deep dive to understand the methods behind the creation of subnational estimates using the Naomi model	Generalized	Naomi	e_In-depth model explanation	January 23, 2025	10 MB		19	generalized	naomi	e_in-depth-model-explanation
18	Naomi : Generating subnational estimates	Overview of the subnational model and guidance on how to generate subnational estimates	Generalized	Naomi	c_Updating data and model estimates	January 23, 2025	2 MB		18	generalized	naomi	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
51C	Checking Population Size Estimates for Key Populations	Provides an overview of the importance of consistent use of the population size estimates of key populations for concentrated epidemic countries.	Concentrated-Using key population survey data	EPP conc	f_Additional help	February 26, 2025	2 MB		51c	concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data	epp_conc	f_additional-help
03	What’s new for 2025	Provides key updates and changes to the Spectrum (& web), AIM, EPP and CSAVR & Naomi) models and how they might affect this year’s results.	All	AEM (Asian Epidemic Model), CSAVR, EPP conc, Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	a_Overview	March 17, 2025	2 MB		03	all	aem_asian_epidemic_model csavr epp_conc spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	a_overview
02	Models and tools used to generate estimates	Basic overview of the mathematical models used to generate HIV estimates	All	All	a_Overview	March 17, 2025	993 KB		02	all	all	a_overview
21A	Basic steps to update AEM	Explains the basic steps to update your AEM data and run the projection	Concentrated-Using key population survey data	AEM (Asian Epidemic Model)	c_Updating data and model estimates	March 17, 2025	3 MB		21a	concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data	aem_asian_epidemic_model	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
60	Goals Model: Producing Scenarios	This document provides step-by-step instructions to use the Goals RSM model with a sample projection file to explore several historical and future scenarios.	All	All	f_Additional help	March 18, 2025	44 KB		60	all	all	f_additional-help
25G	Estimating HIV Incidence by Age and Sex	Provides guidance on calibrating and validating HIV incidence by age and sex to ensure accurate and reliable epidemiological insights	All	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	c_Updating data and model estimates	March 19, 2025	705 KB		25g	all	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
20C	Getting Started-with-Spectrum, Concentrated	Explains the basic steps to update your Spectrum/AIM file for the 2025 estimates round	Concentrated-Using case surveillance data, Concentrated-Using key population survey data	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	c_Updating data and model estimates	March 19, 2025	3 MB		20c	concentrated_using_case_surveillance_data concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
24C	Curve fitting in EPP and CSAVR	Describes each of the steps needed to update your EPP projections from last year with new population, turnover, surveillance and survey data and then refit your projections.	Concentrated-Using case surveillance data, Concentrated-Using key population survey data	CSAVR, EPP conc	c_Updating data and model estimates	March 19, 2025	3 MB		24c	concentrated_using_case_surveillance_data concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data	csavr epp_conc	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
23G	Generating knowledge of HIV status estimates with Shiny 90 Model	Provides the information on the motivation and concept behind the tool as well as the steps to use it to produce an estimate of knowledge of HIV status for generalized epidemic countries.	Generalized	Shiny 90	c_Updating data and model estimates	March 19, 2025	5 MB		23g	generalized	shiny_90	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
30	Results, Uncertainty, Checklist function, Validation and other Spectrum tools	Takes you through the ‘results’ section of Spectrum to understand them, validate them and how to run uncertainty analysis to further scrutinize your results.	All	All	h_Updating and validating estimates	March 19, 2025	915 KB		30	all	all	h_updating-and-validating-estimates
58	Validating Spectrum estimates against programme data	Provides guidance on validating Spectrum estimates against programme data	All, Concentrated-Using key population survey data, Generalized	Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	f_Additional help	March 19, 2025	456 KB		58	all concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data generalized	spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	f_additional-help
21G	Basic steps to update EPP generalized – 2025	Explains the steps to update your EPP projections for generalized epidemic countries and how it fits in with and used by Spectrum.	Generalized	EPP gen	c_Updating data and model estimates	March 19, 2025	4 MB		21g	generalized	epp_gen	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
21C	SurveillanceData CSAVR+EPP	Explains the basic steps to update your EPP projections (for concentrated epidemics)	Concentrated-Using case surveillance data	EPP conc	c_Updating data and model estimates	March 19, 2025	2 MB		21c	concentrated_using_case_surveillance_data	epp_conc	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
35	ANC routine testing data to fit fertility and prevalence in pregnant women, PMTCT, children living with HIV and pediatric ART coverage	Provides guidance on the role of ANC HIV testing data in the generation of different Spectrum HIV estimates	All	All	c_Updating data and model estimates	March 19, 2025	2 MB		35	all	all	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates
94	Advanced HIV Disease population prevalence & Cryptococcal Meningitis infection, cases and deaths	Provides guidance to understand the effect of advanced HIV disease population prevalence and Cryptococcal Meningitis infection on the HIV estimates	All	All	f_Additional help	March 20, 2025	282 KB		94	all	all	f_additional-help
95	Measurement and monitoring HIV-related Inequalities	Provides guidance on measuring and monitoring HIV-related inequalities using HIV estimates and other available data sources	All	All	f_Additional help	March 20, 2025	985 KB		95	all	all	f_additional-help
96	Selecting EPP vs. CSAVR given data strengths and weaknesses; Data requirements for robust incidence and mortality trends	Provides guidance on selecting EPP vs. CSAVR given data strengths and weaknesses, and discusses the data requirements for robust incidence and mortality trends	Concentrated-Using case surveillance data, Concentrated-Using key population survey data	CSAVR, EPP conc, Spectrum's AIM (AIDS Impact Model)	c_Updating data and model estimates, f_Additional help	March 20, 2025	715 KB		96	concentrated_using_case_surveillance_data concentrated_using_key_population_survey_data	csavr epp_conc spectrums_aim_aids_impact_model	c_updating-data-and-model-estimates f_additional-help

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