Jefferson Center for Injury Research & Prevention
A Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health center for the study of Injury Science
The Jefferson Center for Injury Research and Prevention (JCIRP) is modelled after the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the lead agency for our country in addressing the societal burden of injury. The Center was formed with the intent of establishing a national center of expertise in the field of Injury Prevention and Control.
About the Center
Our Mission
Our mission is to save life and reduce disability through collaborative research that inspires global solutions to prevent injury.
Our Vision
We are passionate about keeping humanity free from harm through high impact injury science research.
Core Programs
- Research
- Education
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Community Engagement
The Drs. Theresa & Charles Yeo Writing Prize
This annual writing contest of the Eakins Writing Workshop, is an invitation for all members of the Jefferson community to engage in the empowering act of writing. This year's topic was the LGBTQ+ Experience.
4th Annual Yeo Writing Prize Awards Ceremony
Please join us for a reception featuring readings by the winners on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, from 6:00 - 7:15 pm in Room 105 of the Bluemle Life Sciences Building at 233 S 10th Street.
Research Projects
Our projects and collaborations explore the causes of unintentional and intentional injury in society. Topics include:
- Gun Violence
- Bike Safety
- Concussion in Youth Sports
- Fall Prevention
Evanescent Journal
Evanescent is a literary journal published by JCIRP and dedicated to stories of injury and all its victims.
We seek submissions of high-quality writing on themes related to injury, including short nonfiction, fiction, and poetry. All submissions will be reviewed by an editorial committee of Jefferson faculty members and students.
All members of the Jefferson community are welcomed to submit.
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Contact Us
Jefferson Center for Injury Research & Prevention
Stanton B. Miller, MD, MPH, FACS
Executive Director
Clinical Associate Professor of
Surgery, Emergency Medicine, & Population Health1015 Walnut Street, Suite 703
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-503-1016
215-923-7957 fax