Our Mission
Improving the lives of people and populations through interdisciplinary diabetes research.
Where Research Meets Real-World Change & Innovation
At the Emory Global Diabetes Research Center (EGDRC), we leverage our extensive global network to develop and advance the abilities of Emory, US, and non-US researchers to engage in world-class research in diabetes and other related non-communicable diseases such as stroke, hypertension, heart disease and co-morbid conditions such as tuberculosis, mental health, and HIV. Our research seeks to understand causes and consequences, investigate prevention methods, and inform policy by exploring risk factors such as socio-demographics, nutrition, obesity, physiology, and physical activity.
By the Numbers
1343
Publications
$ 37M
In Diabetes Related Research Funding
34%
Increase in Members (Total:197)
46
New Students and Fellows FY 2024
$3 15K
Pilot Funding Awarded
Leadership & Team
Meet the EGDRC team—directors and staff whose diverse expertise supports the center’s innovation and impact.
Directors
K. M. Venkat Narayan, MD, MSc, MBA
Ruth and O.C. Hubert Professor of Global Health and Epidemiology, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University Professor of Medicine and Endocrinology, Emory University School of Medicine
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Mohammed K. Ali, MBChB, MSc, MBA
Vice Chair of Research and Professor of Medicine, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine Associate Professor in the Hubert Department of Global Health and Department of Epidemiology, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University
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Staff
Jeff Mills, MBA
Program Director, Georgia Center for Diabetes Translation Research
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Trusted Advisors
The EGDRC Trusted Advisors are a distinguished group of accomplished experts dedicated to advancing diabetes research and global health. Their invaluable guidance helps shape impactful initiatives, ensuring that our work remains innovative, evidence-based, and culturally relevant. United by a shared passion for combating diabetes, these leaders bring diverse expertise and deep commitment to improving health outcomes worldwide.
Emory Global Diabetes Research Center Strategic Plan
The Emory Global Diabetes Research Center (EGDRC) has undertaken a year-long evaluation to develop a 5-year strategic plan to propel the center into the future. The 2023-2028 strategic plan highlights 4 pillars, identifies priorities for growth, and indicates our commitment to expand and continue to improve the lives of people and populations through interdisciplinary diabetes research. We are pleased to share the summarized plan for your information.
Contact Us
7th Floor, R. Randall Rollins Building, Rollins School of Public Health
Emory University
1518 Clifton Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30322