Pediatric Research
Our research has improved the health of children. A century ago, children routinely died of infections and nutritional deficiencies. A decade ago there were few treatment options for childhood cancer, premature birth, and congenital heart or brain diseases. We have made a difference in these areas. However, our work is far from done. Our challenge now is to help our patients live healthier lives as they move into adulthood. We aim to discover how to prevent childhood diseases, limit complications from treatment, and effectively manage chronic illness. Explore our research and learn more about how we plan to improve child health through research.
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Community-Based Research
Rochester offers a unique opportunity for University researchers to directly partner with the community to investigate novel programs to improve the health of children.
Read Why Rochester Offers a Unique Opportunity
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Research Award
Dr. Laurie Steiner has been awarded a Basil O'Conner Research Award to study molecular mechanisms underlying the neuroprotective effects of erythropoietin for hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy, a new potential therapy.
Explore Dr. Steiner's Research
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Research Collaborations
It is our hope in the Department of Pediatrics to encourage researchers in a variety of disciplines to collaborate and bring new skills and methods to children's research.
Read about Opportunities for Collaboration
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