Center of Excellence for Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research

The Center of Excellence for Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research (CIHDER) is a research center housed in HCHHS that focuses on all aspects of health disparities and health equity research. Health disparities and health equity research is complex and multi-faceted. To work toward the alleviation of these disparities, CIHDER is focused on working to create unique relationship-building activities and develop culturally sensitive engagement practices and research tools. Our work involves the diverse expertise of our NC A&T faculty, affiliate members, and community stakeholders to build sustainable and trusted relationships with minority ethnic groups and economically disadvantaged populations who bear the burden of disease. 

At the Center of Excellence for Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research, we address key areas of health including:

Mission Statement 

To bring together students and scholars of diverse disciplines and backgrounds to formulate new, relevant, and transformative research, theories, and models to bring greater clarity and understanding to health disparities and health inequities to create solutions and advance health equity. 

Objectives of CIHDER

• Create an interdisciplinary community of researchers who leverage their expertise to solve complex problems associated with health disparities in chronic and infectious diseases. 
• Conduct fundamental research in health disparities, transcending behavioral, basic, and translational aspects. 
• Develop methods, technologies, and best practices for conducting basic, translational, and behavioral research that addresses health disparities and equity. 
• Provide education and training opportunities for postdocs and NC A&T students at all levels. 
• Support the professional development of junior faculty/early career investigators and postdocs via mentoring and professional development activities. 

• Serve as a pipeline for health disparities researchers and health professionals who will go back to minority communities and work to alleviate health disparities. 

Leadership

• Executive Director: Dr. Angelo Moore 
• Associate Director of Community Engagement: Dr. Stephanie Teixeira-Poit
• Associate Director of Education and Training: Dr. Cassandra Germain
• Associate Director of Research: Dr. Marc Cook

We also encourage you to follow us on social media or stop by our office on campus to stay up to date on our activities.

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ncatcihder/ 
• Hines Hall 212
• 336-334-7938

Are you interested in partnering with CIHDER to advance health equity? Complete our Partnership Interest Questionnaire to explore how we can work together to make a meaningful impact in our communities: https://forms.office.com/r/MRGL0EpSeJhttps://https://forms.office.com/r/MRGL0EpSeJ

CIHDER in Action: Supporting Health Equity in Rockingham County

We’re honored to be recognized in Cone Health’s recent coverage of the Building a Better You event, where over 130 Rockingham County residents came together to take steps toward healthier lives. CIHDER (Center of Excellence for Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research) at N.C. A&T proudly partnered in this initiative, which offered free health screenings, community resources, and wellness activities.

This event is part of Cone Health’s C.A.T.C.H. 5-in-5 campaign, focused on closing life expectancy gaps by addressing social determinants of health. CIHDER remains committed to advancing equity through research, collaboration, and community engagement.

👉 Read the full article: 130+ Rockingham County Residents on Their Way to Building a Better You | Cone Health