Dr. Vivian Fei-ling Go, director of the CFAR SBIS Core and professor in the Department of Health Behavior, has been named the Gillings School’s new associate dean for global health. She takes over this role from Dr. Suzanne Maman, who was recently named chair of the health behavior department. Dr. Go’s research exists at the intersection of HIV and mental health conditions, opioid use and stigma among key populations, with a focus on scaling up evidence‑based interventions.
Go’s career has included more than two decades of leadership in Vietnam, where she co‑established UNC‑Vietnam, a research site with more than 30 full‑time staff who conduct large clinical and behavioral trials. The site is now one of the IGHID flagship international hubs and a Clinical Research Site within the UNC Clinical Trials Unit. Researchers there contribute to studies on HIV treatment, prevention, cure and co‑infections, including the ongoing ACTG trials on TB prevention and treatment.
“Vivian brings a deep and extensive track record of building international partnerships, conducting high-impact research in collaboration with global partners and creating meaningful learning opportunities for students through these engagements. Her approach to developing sustained, equitable partnerships serves as an outstanding model for faculty and students engaged in global work,” says Dr. Suzanne Maman.
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