Transforming research into therapies that doctors and patients can use in daily life.

Center for Clinical and Translational Research

Building on a history of ground-breaking achievements, our investigators and research teams are working together to develop next generation therapies for a wide range of pediatric diseases and disorders. Learn more.

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Equity Initiatives Improve Healthcare-Associated Infections

May 30, 2023 – Rates of central line-associated bloodstream infections dropped after researchers identified disparities and initiated equity-focused measures.

COVID-19 Vaccine Found Safe, Effective for Youngest Children

Feb. 16, 2023 - Research conducted with the Center for Clinical and Translational Research finds new data confirming COVID-19 vaccine safe for routine immunization for youngest children.

Fighting to Give Every Child With Cancer a Chance to Become a Parent

Dr. Margarett Shnorhavorian is leading a multi-site study to investigate the effects of chemotherapy on boys and men who have survived osteosarcoma, a common type of bone cancer.

Ellie Soars Thanks to Breakthrough Cystic Fibrosis Therapy

Our researchers have made significant contributions to advances in cystic fibrosis treatment over the last 30 years.

Lighting the Way for Children With Brain Tumors

Dr. Sarah Leary serves as the lead investigator of a clinical trial evaluating tozuleristide (BLZ-100, also referred to as Tumor Paint), a tumor-targeting fluorescent imaging agent that aims to improve surgical outcomes in children with brain tumors.

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