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Catch up on the latest from the REACH Center! From member accomplishments to exciting milestones, this is where we share stories and updates that showcase our shared commitment to improving child and adolescent health.

Announcements

Emory + Children’s Announce the Launch of the Research and Epidemiology for Adolescent and Child Health (REACH) Center

ATLANTA, GA – March 4, 2025 – Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta are pleased to announce the launch of the Research and Epidemiology for Adolescent and Child Health (REACH) Center. Led by newly recruited distinguished faculty members, Philip Lupo, PhD and Michael Scheurer, PhD, and in partnership with the former CORPH Interim Director, Shasha Bai, PhD, REACH is designed to serve as a leading hub for child-focused and population-based research and aims to advance collaborative research initiatives to improve pediatric health outcomes.

The vision for REACH is to reduce the burden of disease experienced by children and adolescents across Georgia and beyond. The mission is:

Research: Conduct impactful studies into the causes of and outcomes associated with childhood and adolescent diseases and disorders.

Education: Train clinicians and scientists in pediatric epidemiology and population-based research while disseminating findings to healthcare professionals and researchers nationally and internationally.

REACH builds upon the work of the Center for Clinical Research and Public Health (CORPH), which was founded in 2011 by Dr. Ann Mertens to support child health-focused clinical outcomes and public health research. CORPH has played a crucial role in promoting high-quality epidemiologic and clinical research, mentoring young investigators, and linking healthcare practices to patient outcomes to improve quality of care. The work of CORPH was transformative and has led to this important next phase.

By centralizing and coordinating child-focused population-based and epidemiologic research, REACH will strengthen ties with the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The center will also play a key role in Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s wellness initiatives, furthering its commitment to improving the health of Georgia’s children.

We are excited to welcome Drs. Lupo and Scheurer to this vibrant research community and look forward to their leadership in advancing pediatric epidemiology research. For more information or to collaborate, please do not hesitate to REACH out to Dr. Philip Lupo, Dr. Michael Scheurer, or Dr. Shasha Bai.

On March 15, 2025, the REACH Center hosted its inaugural retreat, bringing together 38 members for a day of collaboration and vision-setting. The event opened with participants sharing brief overviews of their research, followed by a group discussion to identify key gaps in the field. A dynamic brainstorming session then focused on defining the stories we should be telling to amplify our impact. Together, we refined our research pillars and strengthened our shared vision for the future. The day concluded with a celebratory happy hour at Wild Heaven Beer—marking not only the end of a productive retreat but the beginning of exciting new collaborations.

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Collaboration in Action: REACH members coming together at our inaugural retreat.
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Good vibes and great company!
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Cheers to connection and collaboration at the REACH Retreat!

Join Team REACH for the Winship 5K on Saturday, October 4 at 8:30 AM! After the race, we’ll meet at The General Muir (Emory Point) for an informal REACH brunch...Click HERE for more details!

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Winship Cancer Institute by the Numbers: Georgia’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, serving 17,000 patients annually, leading 600 clinical trials, securing $136M in research funding, and driving innovation with 145 patents and 630 publications—all powered by 590 faculty across Emory, GA Tech, and partner institutions.

Why participate?
Winship Cancer Institute serves over 17,000 new patients each year, working tirelessly to prevent, treat, and cure cancer across Georgia and beyond. Every step taken supports breakthrough research and brings us closer to a cure. Let’s represent REACH and make a difference—together!

Sign up today: Register for Team REACH

Upcoming Events

Mon Sep 81:00PM-2:00PM
CCIV Seminar- Kristy Murray, DVM, PhD
Mon Sep 151:00PM-2:00PM
CCIV Seminar-Dr. Tommy Zhou
Tue Sep 1612:00PM-1:00PM
HeRO Research in Progress Seminar
Mon Sep 221:00PM-2:00PM
CCIV Seminar- Dr. Lisa Marie Cranmer
Wed Sep 2411:00AM-12:00PM
Aflac - EIPC Joint Seminar
Mon Sep 291:00PM-2:00PM
CCIV Seminar-Dr. Preeti Jaggi
Sat Oct 48:00AM-11:00AM
Winship 5K - Team REACH
Mon Oct 61:00PM-2:00PM
CCIV Seminar- Brian Doehle, PhD
Mon Oct 61:00PM-2:00PM
CCIV Seminar-Dr. Brian Doehle
Tue Oct 1412:00PM-1:00PM
HeRO Research in Progress Seminar
Mon Oct 201:00PM-2:00PM
CCIV Seminar-Dr. Matthew Voigt
Mon Oct 271:00PM-2:00PM
CCIV Seminar-Alec Zhan

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