American College of Epidemiology
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The American College of Epidemiology (ACE) is an American
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...

 organization incorporated in 1979 to support and promote the work of American epidemiologists
Epidemiology
Epidemiology is the study of health-event, health-characteristic, or health-determinant patterns in a population. It is the cornerstone method of public health research, and helps inform policy decisions and evidence-based medicine by identifying risk factors for disease and targets for preventive...

. It is based in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh is the capital and the second largest city in the state of North Carolina as well as the seat of Wake County. Raleigh is known as the "City of Oaks" for its many oak trees. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city's 2010 population was 403,892, over an area of , making Raleigh...

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Members of the American College of Epidemiology are permitted to use the acronym "MACE", after their names and titles, identifying themselves as such. Fellows may employ the acronym "FACE".

"The American College of Epidemiology is the professional organization dedicated to continued education and advocacy for epidemiologists in their efforts to promote public health. ACE serves the interests of its members through sponsorship of scientific meetings, publications, educational activities, recognition of outstanding contributions to the field, and advocacy for issues pertinent to the practice of epidemiology."
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