Christine F. Delgado

Christine F. Delgado is a Research Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Miami's College of Arts and Sciences. She serves as Principal Investigator (PI) of the Children's Registry and Information System (CHRIS), a state-funded initiative tracking preschool children with disabilities in Florida. Her work integrates epidemiological data with neurodevelopmental research, focusing on early detection of developmental disorders and environmental health impacts.

Her research interests include neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays), auditory processing in infants, and public health interventions targeting lead exposure and preconception care. She has authored studies linking newborn auditory brainstem responses to later autism diagnoses and explored risk factors for developmental disabilities using large-scale datasets.

Her publications emphasize translational research bridging clinical and population-level insights. Notable projects include the CHRIS system, which provides critical data for special education planning, and educational initiatives like the 'Pregnancy 101' course aimed at improving reproductive health literacy among college students.

Dr. Delgado's work has been featured in journals such as Autism Research, Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, and Maternal and Child Health Journal. She collaborates extensively with institutions on technical support and training for professionals using CHRIS data systems.