Center for Health Innovations in Reproductive and Perinatal Population Research (CHIRP)
CHIRP advances cutting-edge epidemiological research in reproductive and perinatal health, improving population health outcomes for individuals and children.
Preparing the Next Generation of Researchers
CHIRP is committed to educating and training future leaders in reproductive, perinatal, and women’s health research. Our team provides PhD students and postdocs with rigorous training, collaborative mentorship, and hands-on experience in cutting-edge population health studies.
PhD Training & Research Opportunities
Each year, CHIRP typically accepts one PhD student in Epidemiology from the Graduate Group in Epidemiology & Biostatistics (GGEB) who shares our commitment to methodological excellence and impactful research in reproductive and perinatal epidemiology.
Learn More About the GGEBCollaborative Mentorship
Our mentoring approach is rooted in team science, ensuring that students and postdocs receive guidance from multiple experts across disciplines. Trainees participate in weekly Center meetings where they present research, discuss challenges, and engage with the latest advancements in the field. PhD students develop an F31 or equivalent grant in their second year, while postdocs pursue K99/R00 applications to support their path to independence.
Research Staff
Support Staff
Diarra Niang, MPH
Research Coordinator Senior
Predoctoral Fellows
Julia DiTosto, MS
PhD Candidate in Epidemiology
Naria Sealy, BS
PhD Candidate in Epidemiology
Jessica Wong
PhD Candidate in Epidemiology
Postdoctoral Fellows
Kyle Busse, PhD, MPH
Postdoctoral Researcher
Yajnaseni Chakraborti, MSc, PhD
Postdoctoral Researcher
Jasmine Kaidbey, MS, PhD
Postdoctoral Researcher
Arti Virkud, PhD, MPH
Postdoctoral Researcher
Join Our Team
CHIRP is always seeking to work with graduate students and postdoctoral fellows interested in reproductive and perinatal epidemiology, causal inference, or the intersections between epidemiology, health policy, and health services research. Learn more about the department’s available postdoctoral fellow roles.