Training pediatric scientists to improve child health
Official title: Res and Data Analysis Core (use for Research and Data Analysis Core)
Funded at Children's Hosp of Philadelphia · NIH-11004333 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about training new pediatric scientists to improve children's health by working closely with healthcare organizations, so they can learn how to turn research into better care for kids like yours.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Hosp of Philadelphia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $433,768 |
| NIH project number | 5P30HS029755-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11004333 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are children receiving care at institutions involved in the Pediatric Learning Health System.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who may not receive benefit from this research include those outside the age range of pediatric care or those not receiving treatment at participating institutions.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a Pediatric Learning Health System (LHS) that aims to enhance child health by training a new generation of pediatric scientists. The program will embed these scientists within healthcare organizations to integrate clinical and research operations effectively. It will involve selecting and mentoring diverse pediatric scholars, providing them with a robust education program to develop their skills in LHS science. The initiative is part of a larger network that serves a significant portion of the nation's children, ensuring that the research is grounded in real-world healthcare settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for children through better-trained pediatric scientists who can implement effective health interventions.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focused on training embedded scientists in healthcare settings have shown promise in improving patient outcomes, indicating that this approach is both tested and potentially effective.
Where this research is happening
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Children's Hosp of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Forrest, Christopher B — Children's Hosp of Philadelphia
- Study coordinator: Forrest, Christopher B
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.