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Columbia University Magazine features GHRCCA’s work in Kazakhstan

The Columbia University Magazine featured GHRCCA’s work in Kazakhstan in its recent issue. “Surveyors on the New Silk Road” by David Craig provides a picturesque account of the landscape, situation and most importantly- a detailed picture of the work and … Read more
Thursday March 13th, 2014

New Collaboration with New University of Astana (Nazarbayev University)

June 22, 2010 For Immediate Release  June 22, 2010 Potential Alliance on Social and Health Research and Training Discussed by the New University of Astana (Nazarbayev University) and Columbia University Kazakhstan and New York-based schools will consider areas of collaboration … Read more
Thursday March 13th, 2014

GHRCCA Welcomes Kazakhstan Medical Professionals for Training Program at Columbia University

On November 11, 2009, GHRCCA welcomed 19 professionals from Astana Medical University in Kazakhstan. The fellows, who are supported by Kazakhstan National Medical Holding and the Kazakhstan Ministry of Health, will attend an 8-day training program at Columbia University. The … Read more
Thursday March 13th, 2014

Dr. Nabila El-Bassel Awarded $2.4 million from the National Institute of Mental Health

Dr. Nabila El-Bassel, professor at the Columbia University School of Social Work and Director of the Global Health Research Center in Central Asia (GHRCCA), has received a $2.4 million, four-year grant from the National Institute of Mental Health to examine … Read more
Thursday March 13th, 2014

Dr. Nabila El-Bassel Awarded $3.5 Million from NIDA

Dr. Nabila El-Bassel, professor at the Columbia University School of Social Work and Director of the Global Health Research Center in Central Asia (GHRCCA), has received a $3.5 million, five-year grant from the National Institute of Drug Abuse. Dr. El-Bassel … Read more
Thursday March 13th, 2014