What to know
The CDC Injury Center advances research and science to prevent injuries and violence and reduce their consequences. Using evidence-based research, the Injury Center translates science into effective policies and programs, adapting strategies to community and cultural needs to increase widespread adoption.
Research funding
The Injury Center's extramural research includes a diverse portfolio of investigator-initiated research, small business innovation research projects, and training programs for the Injury Center and the National Center for Environmental Health/Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry.
Research priorities and strategies
The Injury Center conducts and funds research to prevent accidental and violence-related injuries.
The peer review agenda demonstrates compliance with the specific federal requirements.
Injury Center Board of Scientific Counselors
The Injury Center's Board of Scientific Counselors (BSC) studies strategies to prevent violence and...
Research in action
The Injury Center uses Extramural Research Program Operations to manage extramural research awards.
Funded research centers
Injury Control Research Centers
Learn about CDC's ICRC program, currently funded centers, and previously funded centers.
National Centers of Excellence in Youth Violence Prevention
This page details the Youth Violence Prevention Centers funded initiative.
Content Source:
National Center for Injury Prevention and Control