A Network for Children with Liver Disease
Childhood Liver Disease Research Network (ChiLDReN) Scientific and Data Coordinating Center
This network helps connect doctors and researchers to better understand and care for children with serious liver conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11128842 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Chronic liver diseases in children can be very challenging for families. This network brings together many hospitals and researchers to learn more about these rare conditions, such as biliary atresia and Alagille syndrome. By collecting information and samples over time, the network aims to improve our understanding of how these diseases progress. This coordinated effort helps develop better ways to care for children who need liver transplants or other treatments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Children diagnosed with specific rare liver conditions, such as biliary atresia, Alagille syndrome, or alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency, may be eligible to participate in studies supported by this network.
Not a fit: Patients without one of the specific rare pediatric liver diseases being studied by the network would not directly benefit from participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this network will lead to a deeper understanding of rare pediatric liver diseases, potentially improving diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes for affected children.
How similar studies have performed: This network builds upon years of collaborative research, with previous studies having successfully advanced knowledge in pediatric liver diseases.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Magee, John C — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Magee, John C
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.