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Children's Center for Immunity and Applied Genomics (CIAG)

The Children’s Center for Immunity and Applied Genomics (CIAG) brings together experts from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Emory University, and Georgia Tech to advance precision molecular medicine for children. With a core focus on immunology and the strategic integration of genomics, CIAG is driving innovation in personalized pediatric care. Directed by Dr. Subra Kugathasan, the center is committed to transforming child health through cutting-edge research and collaboration.

Meet Our Investigators

Conduct precision diagnostics through applied genomics
Create personalized management plans to prevent complications, improve outcomes, and enhance the quality of life
Develop precision therapeutics through pharmacogenomics, tailoring drug therapies to each patient's genetic makeup
Prevent disease progression through detection of at-risk siblings and unborn children
Foster inter-institutional and cross-departmental collaborations to combine expertise across Georgia Tech, Emory University, and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Coordinate regulatory and fiscal affairs required to gain approval for genomic profiling and on-and off-label interventions in keeping with initiatives at children's hospitals all over the country
Sharpen our focus on genomics-enabled precision medicine

Meet the Team

Subra Kugathasan, MD

Center Director - CIAG

skugath@emory.edu

Tracy Willoughby, MPH

Program & Research Manager

twillo2@emory.edu

Upcoming Events

Mon Oct 61:00PM-2:00PM

CCIV Seminar- Brian Doehle, PhD (Gates Foundation)

Mon Oct 63:00PM-5:00PM

The 2025 Annual Raymond Schinazi Distinguished Lecture

Wed Oct 84:00PM-6:00PM

Research Town Hall and REACH Launch Party

Mon Oct 1312:00PM-1:00PM

October K-Club "Taking Advantage of Partnerships Outside of Academia", Vivien Sheehan, PhD, MD, Trent Spencer, PhD, Catherine Murari-Kanti, PhD, and Steven Goudy, MD

Mon Oct 131:00PM-2:00PM

CCIV Seminar-Dr. Alora Colvin and Dr. Zaki Pour

Tue Oct 1412:00PM-1:00PM

HeRO Research in Progress Seminar

Thu Oct 1612:00PM-1:00PM

Marcus Autism Center / Behavioral Mental Health Grand Rounds 10/16/25

Thu Oct 162:00PM-3:00PM

GENI Seminar - Desiree Wanders, PhD 10/16/2025

Mon Oct 201:00PM-2:00PM

CCIV Seminar-Dr. Matthew Voigt

Wed Oct 228:00AM-9:00AM

Pediatric Research Grand Rounds: W. Hong Yeo, PhD 10/22/25

Thu Oct 2312:00PM-1:00PM

REACH Seminar: Melissa Davis, PhD 10/23/25

Mon Oct 271:00PM-2:00PM

CCIV Seminar-Alec Zhan

Tue Oct 2812:00PM-1:00PM

HeRO Special Guest Seminar Featuring Jennifer M. Lynch, MD, PhD

Mon Nov 31:00PM-2:00PM

CCIV Seminar-Dr. Irene Njuguna

Tue Nov 44:00PM-5:00PM

CIAG Seminar: Eric Green, MD, PhD 11/4/25

Thu Nov 69:00AM-4:00PM

9th CCIV Annual Symposium

Thu Nov 612:00PM-1:00PM

Marcus Autism Center / Behavioral Mental Health Grand Rounds 11/6/25

Mon Nov 101:00PM-2:00PM

CCIV Seminar- Dr. Ashish Sharma

Tue Nov 1112:00PM-1:00PM

HeRO Research in Progress Seminar

Mon Nov 171:00PM-2:00PM

CCIV Seminar- Dr. Mukesh Kumar

Mon Nov 241:00PM-2:00PM

CCIV Seminar- Ashley Tippet

Mon Dec 11:00PM-2:00PM

CCIV Seminar- Dr. Brian Zanoni

Thu Dec 412:00PM-1:00PM

Marcus Autism Center / Behavioral Mental Health Grand Rounds 12/4/25

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