Delivering quality research for positive impact on children’s health and well-being

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The Susan B. Meister Child Health Evaluation and Research (CHEAR) Center at the University of Michigan is one of the largest pediatric health services research centers in the U.S., with 17 investigators and over 30 staff.

Our mission is to advance the health and well-being of all children, adolescents, and families through research and education.

Our vision is to be the leader in unbiased multidisciplinary research and teaching that influences policy and systems to improve health and health care for all children in our communities near and far.

Our values: integrity, respect, collaboration, creativity, excellence, and equity.

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Training Opportunities at CHEAR

Apply to the CHEAR fellowship. This fellowship provides two years of support for physicians and PhD scientists interested in gaining rigorous training in pediatric health services research. We are now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 academic year. 

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Recent Highlights

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