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We believe in science and compassion. That’s why our scientists conduct breakthrough research to improve the lives of children every day.

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Heart and Lung

Molkentin Honored with 2025 Drake Medal

Jeffery D. Molkentin, PhD11/11/2025

Cancer

Hot New Clues for Treating Immune ‘Cold’ Tumors

Yi Zheng, PhD10/29/2025

Mental and Behavioral Health

New Tool Helps Teens Build Personal ‘Mood Plans’

Landon B. Krantz, MD, MHS11/14/2025

Mental and Behavioral Health

Metformin Helps Control Weight Gain From Certain Bipolar Medications

11/13/2025

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Moved by science and inspired by collaboration, our resources and support help put groundbreaking research to work every day.

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By The Numbers

2024 At a Glance

The Cincinnati Children's Research Foundation serves as one of the nation's most significant sources of pediatric scientific discovery and innovation.

$308M

External Funding

1,116

Faculty Members

3,446

Total Publications

$17.5M

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Research Annual Report

Take a look at another year of outstanding scientific achievement by our faculty and the Cincinnati Children’s Research Foundation.

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Clinical Trials

Our research helps us understand and develop ways to prevent and treat health problems in children and adults.

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