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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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Perinatal

Mom’s Hypertension Can Affect Preterm Infant Brain and Neurodevelopment

Shipra Jain, MD, Nehal A. Parikh, DO, MS4/30/2025

Cancer

How Bacteria in Our Aging Guts Can Elevate Risk of Leukemia and Perhaps More

Daniel T. Starczynowski, PhD4/23/2025

Mental and Behavioral Health

Standardized Screenings Improve Detection, Reduce Bias in Teen Substance Use

Sarah J. Beal, PhD6/3/2025

Quality and Safety

Ohio-Born Safety Network Honored for Preventing Serious Harm to 30,000 Children

6/2/2025

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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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