West Virginia Pediatric Clinical Trials Network: Expanding Kids’ Access to Clinical Studies
Official title: West Virginia Pediatric Clinical Trials Network - 3
Funded at West Virginia University · NIH-11397353 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A dedicated pediatric clinical trials network in West Virginia is expanding access for children with chronic conditions by bringing trials to local hospitals and building research capacity.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | West Virginia University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Morgantown, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2020 |
| Project end | May 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $381,070 |
| NIH project number | 5UG1OD030016-08 |
| Project ID | NIH-11397353 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Children and adolescents with chronic health conditions in West Virginia, including those in rural and underserved communities, who meet trial eligibility.
✕Less likely to help
Some patients may not qualify for specific trials or may not directly benefit if trials are not relevant to their condition.
What this research studies
This grant supports WVU’s Pediatric Research Unit and collaboration with the ISPCTN to enroll children in clinical trials across the state. It aims to increase participation of young patients, train local investigators, and accelerate trial activity within Appalachia. The program builds infrastructure and partnerships so kids in underserved areas can join cutting-edge studies closer to home. The effort leverages existing resources to create sustainable pediatric research capacity while improving care options for families.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, children in West Virginia could access more clinical trials and receive advanced care closer to home.
How similar studies have gone: Prior similar state-based pediatric networks have shown increased trial participation and capacity building, though outcomes vary by site.
Where this research is happening
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West Virginia University
Morgantown, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kidd, Kacie — West Virginia University
- Study coordinator: Kidd, Kacie
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.