Expanding a network for pediatric critical care research
Collaborative Pediatric Critical Care Research Network - Clinical Site
This study is working to improve care for children with severe infections by bringing together more hospitals to test new personalized treatments, so young patients can get the best help possible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10900760 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to reorganize and expand the Collaborative Pediatric Critical Care Research Network (CPCCRN) to include more clinical sites and to mentor new investigators. The network will conduct a multi-center randomized controlled trial focused on personalized immunomodulation for children suffering from sepsis-induced multiple organ dysfunction. By increasing the number of participating sites from 7 to 24, the project seeks to enhance collaboration and improve the quality of pediatric critical care research. Patients will be monitored and treated using innovative approaches tailored to their specific needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are children aged 0-11 years who are experiencing acute lung injury, sepsis, or related critical conditions.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 0-11 years or those not suffering from the specified acute conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies for critically ill children, particularly those with sepsis and multiple organ dysfunction.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in similar multi-center trials, indicating a strong potential for impactful outcomes in pediatric critical care.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- Baylor College of Medicine — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Akcan Arikan, Ayse — Baylor College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Akcan Arikan, Ayse
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.