A center focused on preventing injuries and promoting health equity.
Official title: CE24-001, Columbia Center for Injury Science and Prevention (CCISP)
Funded at Columbia University Health Sciences · NIH-10762286 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The Columbia Center for Injury Science and Prevention is working on new ways to prevent injuries and help everyone, especially those in underserved communities, by creating training programs and solutions that make a real difference in people's lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $849,985 |
| NIH project number | 1R49CE003555-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10762286 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates include individuals from diverse and underserved communities who are at higher risk for injuries.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to high-risk groups for injuries may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The Columbia Center for Injury Science and Prevention (CCISP) aims to advance the field of injury prevention by addressing health inequities. This center will leverage existing expertise and infrastructure to create innovative training programs and evidence-based interventions. By fostering interdisciplinary collaborations and partnerships, the CCISP seeks to reduce morbidity and mortality from injuries through comprehensive research, education, and outreach efforts. Patients can expect a focus on equitable practices that benefit diverse communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce injuries and improve health outcomes for underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in injury prevention has shown success in reducing injuries through targeted interventions, indicating a promising approach for this center's initiatives.
Where this research is happening
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Columbia University Health Sciences
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Branas, Charles C. — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Branas, Charles C.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.