Programs

We leverage our expertise to combat highly hazardous communicable diseases and build networks that strengthen preparedness and response to high-consequence infections.

Our work spans a clinical trials network, rapid information sharing during global pandemics, and advancing treatment and survival outcomes for sepsis in Africa and Asia. From on-the-ground training to cutting-edge research collaborations, the Global Center for Health Security drives progress that saves lives today and safeguards future generations.

Our programs bring together academic health centers, federal agencies, global partners, and collaborators across grants and networks. We also lead and fund internal initiatives powered by GCHS leadership, scholars, and affiliates. Explore the tabs below to learn more about our capabilities, programs, and partnerships.

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The GCHS has four core capabilities under its umbrella. We work with the Emerging Pathogens Lab , Nebraska Biocontainment Unit , the National Quarantine Unit, and deployable teams. Each of these units plays a critical role in public health preparedness and response, ensuring we are equipped to handle emerging infectious diseases and protect our communities.

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The GCHS works with multiple core programs including Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, Strengthening Healthcare Infection Prevention and Control, D-SAFE Public Health Training Service, the National Disaster Medical System Pilot Program, the GCHS Ethics Advisory Committee, the Training, Simulation, and Quarantine Center, the Center for Sustainment of Trauma and Readiness Skills, the Region VII Emerging Pathogen Treatment Center, and the National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center. Some of these innovative programs are funded by key organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response, and Uniformed Services University.

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The GCHS partners with many outside organizations that include Amref International University, Africa Centres for Disease Control & Prevention, Bioinformatic Research Education Pipeline, Center for Staphylococcal Research, Global Infectious Disease Preparedness Network, Infectious Disease Institute - Makerere University, Jumuiya Economic Development Secretariat, Kenya Vision 2030 Delivery Board and Secretariat, Nebraska Drug Discovery & Development Pipeline, Nigeria Preparedness Initiative, Special Pathogens Research Network, World Health Organization- Africa Region. These collaborations strengthen our commitment to addressing global health challenges through research and innovation. By working alongside these esteemed organizations, we aim to enhance our understanding and response to infectious diseases.

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Our associated groups & programs may include groups and progr scholars, and affiliates are actively advancing key initiatives to address critical global health challenges. These initiatives include the Infectious Aerosol Research Group, led by Dr. Joshua Santarpia; the Emerging Threats Epidemiology Group, directed by Dr. David Brett-Major; and the Ebola, Emerging Infectious Diseases, and Eye Program, spearheaded by Dr. Steven Yeh, and the MakER Lab led by Dr. Michael Wadman & Dr. Thanh Nguyen.

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