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Eric J. Nehl is an Associate Research Professor in the Department of Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences at Emory University, serving as Director for Evaluation and Continuous Improvement for the Georgia Clinical & Translational Science Alliance (Georgia CTSA) and Director of Evaluation for the Atlanta Center for Microsystems Engineered Point-of-Care Technologies (ACME POCT) and RADx Emergency COVID-19 Supplement initiatives.
His educational background includes:
- BS in Health Education from Ball State University
- MS in Community Health Education from Ball State University
- PhD in Health Behavior from Indiana University
Dr. Nehl's research centers on Behavioral Health, HIV/AIDS Prevention, and Program Evaluation, with significant contributions to chronic disease prevention, cancer control, and behavioral risk factor modification. His work frequently targets special populations through theoretical modeling and innovative evaluation methodologies.
Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals dominant themes in HIV prevention strategies for Asian American communities using behavioral economics frameworks, alongside extensive evaluation of clinical translational science programs during the pandemic. His work also examines healthcare worker wellness, rapid diagnostic development, and bibliometric approaches to measuring research impact.
Dr. Nehl directs evaluation for major funded initiatives:
- Georgia CTSA: Leading consortium-wide assessment across Emory, Georgia Tech, Morehouse, and UGA
- ACME POCT/RADx: Evaluating point-of-care diagnostic development and implementation
- Strategic Planning for Online Education: Assessing digital learning innovations
He operates within the Georgia CTSA consortium ecosystem, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across academic and healthcare institutions to bridge translational research gaps through continuous improvement frameworks and innovative assessment strategies.
