Improving Care for Critically Ill Children
Collaborative Pediatric Critical Care Research Network - Clinical Site
This project helps Children's Hospital of Michigan continue its important work in a national network dedicated to improving care for very sick children.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Utah State Higher Education System--University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11170721 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project supports Children's Hospital of Michigan as a key part of a national network focused on pediatric critical care. The network brings together experts to find better ways to treat children who are seriously ill and in intensive care. By participating, Children's Hospital of Michigan contributes its experience and resources, including its advanced intensive care units, to help develop new treatments and improve patient outcomes. This collaboration aims to enhance the science and practice of caring for critically ill children across the country.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Children aged 0-11 years old who are critically ill and require intensive care may benefit from the advancements made through this network.
Not a fit: Patients who are not critically ill or are outside the pediatric age range of 0-11 years old would not directly benefit from this specific research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this collaboration could lead to new and improved treatments and care practices for critically ill children, potentially saving lives and improving recovery.
How similar studies have performed: The Collaborative Pediatric Critical Care Research Network has a long history of successful research and publications, suggesting a proven track record in this area.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- Utah State Higher Education System--University of Utah — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Meert, Kathleen L. — Utah State Higher Education System--University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Meert, Kathleen L.
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.