A network for studying heart conditions in children
Official title: Pediatric Heart Network Data Coordinating Center
Funded at New England Research Institutes, INC. · NIH-10841877 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about working together with different hospitals to find better ways to help kids with heart problems, using smart data tools to learn more and share what we discover to improve their care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New England Research Institutes, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Wilmington, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | January 1, 2025 |
| Project end | December 31, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $3,125,882 |
| NIH project number | 1U24HL172722-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10841877 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children diagnosed with congenital heart abnormalities or related cardiac disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with heart conditions unrelated to congenital abnormalities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Pediatric Heart Network Data Coordinating Center focuses on coordinating and managing a network dedicated to understanding and treating congenital heart conditions in children. This research involves collaboration among various clinical centers to execute studies and trials aimed at improving outcomes for young patients with heart abnormalities. The center will utilize advanced data systems and innovative methodologies to gather and analyze information, ensuring that findings are effectively disseminated to benefit patient care. Additionally, the center will support the training and development of new researchers in the field.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and outcomes for children with congenital heart conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research networks focused on pediatric cardiac conditions have shown success in improving patient outcomes and advancing treatment methodologies.
Where this research is happening
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New England Research Institutes, INC.
Wilmington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Miller, Julie Elaine — New England Research Institutes, INC.
- Study coordinator: Miller, Julie Elaine
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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.