Research Portfolio

Explore GCDTR pilot awards, funded grants, and publications from our investigator network.

The GCDTR research portfolio highlights pilot awards, funded grants, and high-impact publications from our investigator network. Explore active projects and outcomes that advance diabetes translation research across the Southeastern United States.

Population Health

Social Determinants of Diabetes Disparities in the Southeastern United States

GCDTR investigators examine the root causes of diabetes inequities across the Southeast, including structural racism, food insecurity, and limited healthcare access in rural communities. Core focus: Socio-ecological and Behavioral Sciences.

February 2026 · GCDTR Investigators
Technology & Innovation

Wearable Technologies and AI-Driven Approaches for Diabetes Management

The Technologies Advancing Translation Core advances the use of continuous glucose monitors, automated insulin delivery systems, and artificial intelligence to improve diabetes outcomes in underserved populations.

January 2026 · Technologies Core
Community Translation

Community-Engaged Diabetes Prevention: From Evidence to Practice

Research on translating evidence-based diabetes prevention programs into community settings, including faith-based organizations, safety-net clinics, and community health centers across Georgia and the Southeast.

December 2025 · GCDTR Network
Implementation Science

Evaluating the Reach and Impact of Diabetes Translation Interventions

The Design and Evaluation Core supports rigorous evaluation of diabetes programs using implementation science frameworks to understand how interventions perform across diverse settings and populations.

November 2025 · Design & Evaluation Core