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EPI Research

Moving Florida and the world forward through collaboration

The Emerging Pathogens Institute builds bridges across disciplines and institutions, driving innovation through unity. Our facility houses multiple centers, and our members actively engage in various consortiums, initiatives, teams and seminars to tackle the world’s most pressing scientific challenges together. With global partnerships spanning a range of universities and organizations, the EPI symbolizes interdisciplinary research.

As we forge ahead, the EPI is focused not just on scientific advancement but also on making a meaningful impact on society. We’re on the frontlines of infectious disease research, addressing emerging pathogens that pose an ever-growing global threat. In a world where increased human mobility and tourism bring benefits and risks, the EPI stands at the forefront of the next wave of research innovation. By fostering open dialogue and collaboration, we are creating the science and society of tomorrow—where every perspective is valued, and every challenge is met with collective expertise.

Affiliated Centers

SECVBD

Southeastern Center of Excellence in Vector-borne Diseases

The CDC-funded Centers of Excellence combine innovative, applied research programs with public health expertise to help prevent and control vector-borne disease threats.

SHARC

Southern HIV and Alcohol Research Consortium

The Southern HIV and Alcohol Research Consortium (SHARC) is based at the University of Florida with research projects and initiatives across the state of Florida and the southeastern United States.

SCCAHS

Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural Health and Safety

The Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural Health and Safety (SCCAHS) is part of a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) / National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Agricultural Health and Safety Initiative. SCCAHS explores and addresses the occupational safety and health needs of people working in agriculture, fishing, and forestry in several U.S. states, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.

SNTC

Southeastern National Tuberculosis Center

The Southeastern National Tuberculosis Center (SNTC) is one of four TB Centers of Excellence (COE) in the United States. The COEs are funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Division of Tuberculosis Elimination.