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Published on Jun 21, 2024 in Cornerstone Blog
Discover new tools that streamline germline classification and cluster patterns in spatial transcriptomics data in this week’s research news.
Published on Jun 3, 2024 in Cornerstone Blog
The CHOP-Penn Autism Research Symposium explored opportunities for breakthroughs in the understanding and treatment of autism spectrum disorder.
Published on May 15, 2024 in Cornerstone Blog
Many of the great minds at CHOP convened on April 30 and May 1 to share how their research is expanding our understanding of pediatric neuroscience.
Published on May 10, 2024 in Cornerstone Blog
This week, honors for innovative CHOP investigators, early results of gene editing for inherited blindness, plus ASGCT and PAS meeting highlights.
Published on Apr 5, 2024 in Cornerstone Blog
Learn how researchers have used their CHOP BEST funding to create positive community impact.
Published on Mar 18, 2024 in Cornerstone Blog
Eight women in STEM at CHOP share their experiences in the field, current work, and advice for aspiring scientists.
Published on Mar 7, 2024 in Cornerstone Blog
Students from Santa Casa de São Paulo School of Medical Sciences share their CHOP experiences through the “Researchers of the Future” program.
Published on Dec 18, 2023 in Cornerstone Blog
Andrea Solari describes her son Anthony’s “research journey to adulthood” as one that has made him empowered, independent, and helpful.
Published on Dec 4, 2023 in Cornerstone Blog
Ashlee Yates Flanagan, PhD, discusses her definition of diversity in science and research in autism.
Published on Oct 25, 2023 in Cornerstone Blog
Research team works to show executive function and self-determination skills are critical for improving daily living activities among autistic youth transitioning to adulthood.
Published on May 17, 2023 in Cornerstone Blog
The 10th annual CRC RE@CH Awards celebrated CHOP’s clinical research coordinators for their hard work and dedication.
Published on Apr 28, 2023 in Cornerstone Blog
Learn about the home renovations funded by CAPP+ to reduce asthma triggers and more in this week’s edition of In the News.
Published on Apr 5, 2023 in Cornerstone Blog
The CHOP Global Scientific Excellence Award supports researchers-in-training to improve pediatric healthcare and outcomes for all children.
Published on Mar 20, 2023 in Cornerstone Blog
We’re celebrating Women’s History Month by highlighting 10 women working in STEM fields who were nominated by their Center of Emphasis leaders.
Published on Jan 26, 2023
Learn more about CAR Student Alumni, Mary Zhuo Ke, BSE.
Published on Jan 26, 2023
Learn more about CAR Student Alumni, Jaclin Boorse, MEd.
Published on Jan 26, 2023
Learn more about CAR Student Alumni, Meghan DiBello, M.A., CCC-SLP.
Published on Jan 26, 2023
Learn more about CAR Student AlumnI, Aubrey Faggen, LMSW.
Published on Jan 26, 2023
Learn more about CAR Student Alumni, Dominique McKnight, BA.
Published on Jan 26, 2023
Learn more about CAR Student Alumni, Vlad Obsekov, MD.
Published on Jan 26, 2023
Learn more about CAR Student Alumni, Asana Okocha, BA.
Published on Jan 26, 2023
Learn more about CAR Student Alumni, Samantha Plate, BA.
Published on Sep 14, 2022 in Cornerstone Blog
The CHOP BEST Program supports initiatives that enhance diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion in STEM within the community.
Published on Aug 8, 2022 in Announcements
Eagles Autism Foundation accepting applications for 2022 research funding.
Published on Jun 10, 2022 in Cornerstone Blog
This week’s news roundup features discoveries related to COVID-19’s effect on adolescents, autism screening, telemedicine, and more.
Published on May 6, 2022 in Cornerstone Blog
Our Featured Trainee for May, Dieu Truong, discusses AANHPI Heritage Month and her research on autism.
Published on Mar 23, 2022 in Cornerstone Blog
In our second installment of a three-part series, more women in STEM share their advice for the next generation.
Published on Mar 18, 2022 in Cornerstone Blog
This week in the news: a pediatric cancer summit, early diagnosis of Leigh Syndrome, quality of life in severe epilepsy, and more.
Published on Mar 16, 2022 in Cornerstone Blog
Our first installment in a three-part series featuring women in STEM is packed with words of inspiration and advice for the next generation.
Published on Jan 7, 2022 in Cornerstone Blog
This week’s In the News highlights studies about autism and driving, WAGR Syndrome, cleft palate and lip, and invasive candidiasis.
Published on Dec 16, 2021 in Press Releases
Only 8 percent of pediatric providers feel prepared to assess autistic patients’ readiness to drive.
Published on Dec 3, 2021 in Cornerstone Blog
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability Research Center brings multidisciplinary researchers together to advance what we know about IDDs.
Published on Sep 1, 2021 in Press Releases
Study is the largest to date to look at “real world” school conditions and how autistic children control their thoughts and emotions.
Published on Apr 30, 2021 in Cornerstone Blog
This week’s news round-up highlights the CCMT’s state-of-the-art Clinical Manufacturing Facility
Published on Apr 27, 2021 in Cornerstone Blog
CHOP clinicians and researchers highlight prior research for the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force to consider in review of scientific evidence on screening for autism spectrum disorder.
Published on Mar 10, 2021 in Cornerstone Blog
We feature seven more women in STEM at CHOP nominated by leaders of their Centers of Emphasis.
Published on Jan 28, 2021 in Press Releases
Compared with non-autistic peers, young autistic drivers have lower rates of moving violations and similar to lower crash rates.
Published on Nov 3, 2020 in Cornerstone Blog
Researchers at CHOP are studying verbal patterns in children with autism.
Published on Oct 15, 2020 in Press Releases
White children were more likely to be referred for early intervention for developmental delays prior to developmental screening.
Published on Apr 24, 2020 in Cornerstone Blog
This week’s roundup features new findings on early microbiome development, genetic variations in IBD, quality of life in ASD, and more.
Published on Mar 27, 2020 in Cornerstone Blog
Concussion study reveals video confirmation is critical to the processing of head impact sensor data. This and more In the News.
Published on Mar 23, 2020 in Press Releases
CHOP researchers develop an autism-specific lifespan quality-of-life assessment tool, measuring areas important to people with ASD.
Published on Feb 10, 2020 in Cornerstone Blog
New research utilizes eye-tracking technology to study visual social attention in pediatric brain tumor survivors.
Published on Jan 3, 2020 in Cornerstone Blog
In this week’s news roundup, we share four examples of researchers determined to find better ways to approach pediatric health challenges.
Published on Dec 23, 2019 in Cornerstone Blog
Celebrating how far we’ve come in advancing pediatric research and medicine, and how far we intend to go.
Published on Oct 9, 2019 in Cornerstone Blog
The NIH INCLUDE project supports research inclusive of individuals with Down syndrome, who have been historically underrepresented in clinical trials.
Published on Oct 4, 2019 in Cornerstone Blog
"Jim Connelly, RRT-NPS, has been the heartbeat of the ECMO program,” Todd Kilbaugh, MD, medical director of ECMO Center said.
Published on Sep 27, 2019 in Press Releases
Researchers urge continued autism screening for all toddlers, while recommending changes to M-CHAT screening method to improve accuracy and address disparities.
Published on Sep 18, 2019 in Press Releases
A new study by CHOP researchers looks at how specific children with autism process auditory stimuli, which could have important diagnostic potential.
Published on Sep 6, 2019 in Cornerstone Blog
This week’s news roundup highlights recent research on stress resilience, obesity genetics, and autism spectrum disorder.
Published on May 17, 2019 in Cornerstone Blog
In this week’s recap, our researchers make headlines with their work in endocrinology, autism research, telehealth, the gut-brain connection, and more.
Published on May 14, 2019 in Cornerstone Blog
The Eagles Autism Challenge awarded $936,000 to CHOP researchers to support three clinical research projects, each of which seek to clarify the interplay of autism and co-occurring conditions.
Published on May 3, 2019 in Cornerstone Blog
Where Discovery Leads is a multimedia storytelling project that delves into key research themes at CHOP Research Institute. This is part one of a three-part series that focuses on novel diagnostic tools and approaches being developed under the leadership of the Center for Autism…
Published on May 3, 2019 in Cornerstone Blog
Where Discovery Leads is a multimedia storytelling project that delves into key research themes at CHOP Research Institute. This is part two of a three-part series that focuses on novel diagnostic tools and approaches being developed under the leadership of the Center for Autism…
Published on May 3, 2019 in Cornerstone Blog
Where Discovery Leads is a multimedia storytelling project that delves into key research themes at CHOP Research Institute. This is part three of a three-part series that focuses on novel diagnostic tools and approaches being developed under the leadership of the Center for…
Published on Apr 12, 2019 in Cornerstone Blog
LiBI, a unique collaborative effort, bridges the gap between pediatric and adult research to learn how brain and behavior develop over a lifetime.
Published on Jan 25, 2019 in Cornerstone Blog
From stem cell fertility research to staying alert for teen suicidal thoughts, this week’s research headlines spark conversations in the news.
Published on Jan 24, 2019 in Cornerstone Blog
Allison Curry, PhD, MPH, awarded a new grant for a project with the potential to help change the lives of many teens and young adults with autism.
Published on Jan 11, 2019 in Cornerstone Blog
“Please play your video game,” said parents — never. Find out why this phrase may become common among caregivers of children with autism and ADHD.
Published on Dec 31, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
We peeked into our data to see which research stories captivated our readers the most in 2018: Here are our top six.
Published on Dec 7, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
Celebrate the Center for Autism Research's 10th anniversary with a photo gallery showcasing the Center's milestones in understanding the complexities of autism spectrum disorder.
Published on Nov 16, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
In this week's roundup, CHOP researchers help parents avoid unnecessary ER visits, and share real-world implications of injury prevention work.
Published on Nov 2, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
In this week's roundup, CHOP scientists take a stem cell approach to restore vision to people who have lost key vision cells.
Published on Oct 18, 2018 in Press Releases
The risk was even greater in children who have more severe symptoms of ASD; findings reveal important new target for prevention efforts
Published on Sep 21, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
From novel findings about the role of mtDNA in heart disease to news about the 2nd Eagles Autism Challenge, we've got the latest headlines.
Published on Jun 29, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
This week's roundup of research headlines at CHOP is all about making connections.
Published on Jun 18, 2018 in Press Releases
A pair of recent studies performed by researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the University of Pennsylvania represents a significant step forward in understanding the role of the brain’s “reward circuit” and certain hallmarks of autism spectrum disorder (…
Alex's Lemonade Stand, Button Batteries, Mitochondrial Medicine, Project EVO, Citizen Diplomat Award
Published on Jun 15, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
From honey's protective effect against button battery injuries to a video game intervention for ADHD, don't miss this week's research roundup.
Published on Jun 1, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
From antibiotic stewardship in the NICU to reducing child mortality rates, here's your bi-weekly update on CHOP research news.
Published on May 18, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
This week in the news, research from the Cardiac Center and the Division of Urology make headlines for children's health.
Published on May 4, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
Check out a preview of some of the novel research our clinical and scientific experts are presenting at the Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting.
Published on Apr 27, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
With his love for public speaking and outgoing personality, Ben Hartranft has made his mark as an advocate for autism research and awareness.
Published on Apr 24, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
Researchers in the Hocking Research Program study how to improve the quality of life for childhood cancer survivors.
Published on Apr 18, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
One person's autism can look very different from the next. Autism is a multifaceted spectrum disorder, so its underlying mechanisms and outward manifestations vary widely, with important implications for optimal treatment strategies.
Published on Mar 15, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
Meet four women in science who are driving discovery at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Research Institute.
Published on Mar 9, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
From cancer to car safety to: Here's your biweekly update on CHOP Research Institute news.
Published on Feb 1, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
We're gearing up "on the road to victory" for the Eagles Autism Challenge May 19 to support autism research, clinical, and support programs.
Published on Jan 26, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
From studying smartphone use to sports-related injuries, don't miss this week's roundup of news updates from CHOP researchers.
Published on Jan 11, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
Children and teens with autism spectrum disorder can have both stronger and weaker brain connections, depending on how one defines functional connectivity.
Published on Jan 5, 2018 in Cornerstone Blog
Researchers are aiming for "high scores" in their studies of video games and virtual reality platforms as interventions for autism spectrum disorder.
Published on Dec 27, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
We rounded up the top 10 stories that captivated our readers' attention in 2017.
Published on Dec 5, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
Collaborating with clinicians and getting involved with patient advocacy groups can help basic scientists connect their benchwork to the bedside.
Published on Oct 13, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
If you glance at a diagram of the continuum of translational research, the arrows point orderly to five phases — from basic research to improving population health.
Published on Oct 6, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
This week, new research findings at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia are propelling the way we think about autism, single ventricle survivors, and neuroblastoma forward.
Published on Sep 22, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
Notable awards, new autism initiatives, and a novel approach to managing sickle cell disease are all part of this week's roundup of research news. As Children's Hospital of Philadelphia experts made waves at the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Conference…
Published on Sep 8, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
September marks National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and this year at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, we kick-started the commemorative period on the heels of exciting news about breakthroughs in pediatric cancer immunotherapy research.
Published on Sep 5, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
A tantrum, a kick, a meltdown: In school-age children with autism, these aggressive and oppositional behaviors ‚- described collectively as “challenging behaviors” ‚- are some of the biggest struggles reported by parents and teachers.
Published on Jun 30, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
Every good researcher needs a sturdy set of tools: Whether it's a new technology that drives efficiency, the financial support that accompanies an award, or simple advice from a research mentor, all of these resources make collective breakthroughs possible.
Published on Jun 27, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
Making medical decisions can be overwhelming when families must figure out the "best choices" for their child who may have special healthcare needs or developmental disabilities. Some families may rely on their clinicians to make these important decisions for them, in…
Published on Jun 9, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
A neuroimaging scan at age 6 months may accurately predict autism spectrum disorder (ASD) among high-risk infants. The infants were considered to be at high risk because they had older siblings with ASD. Overall, the study team found 974 functional connections in the 6-month-…
Published on May 3, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
Our researchers whose work is at the cross section between injury and neurodevelopmental or intellectual disabilities have a unique vantage point when studying the driving safety of adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The Research Institute is home to two of the…
Published on Apr 25, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
One in three adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) acquires an intermediate driver's license, and the majority does so in their 17th year. An intermediate license permits drivers to travel with restrictions, such as driving curfews and limits on the number of…
Published on Mar 24, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
In times of uncertainty, a dose of positive news reminds us that making progress through difficult situations is possible - our Children's Hospital of Philadelphia research community does it every day! Whether it's researchers who push the barriers of current autism…
Published on Feb 24, 2017 in Cornerstone Blog
This week's In the News highlights remind us of one of our favorite quotes from Helen Keller: "Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." Read on to see how researchers from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia are working with different groups…
Published on Feb 13, 2017 in Press Releases
CHOP's Center for Autism Research Was Key Site in Novel Study that Combines Brain Imaging, Computer Algorithms to Accurately Predict Autism Risk before Symptoms Set in
Published on Dec 16, 2016 in Cornerstone Blog
Your holiday season has been hectic, no doubt. Catch up with an early gift from us: Our biweekly roundup of research news from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia comes with all the trimmings!
Published on Dec 13, 2016 in Cornerstone Blog
There is an adage that goes, "If you've met one person on the autism spectrum, you've met one person on the autism spectrum." Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is so varied in its manifestation of behavioral and social differences that it is hard to make any…
Published on Oct 14, 2016 in Cornerstone Blog
Research at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia reaches all corners of the world. This week's In the News takes us on the road with new teen driving safety research findings. Next, we visit school cafeterias for National School Lunch Week. And then we're off…
Published on Sep 30, 2016 in Cornerstone Blog
A new month is about to begin, so it seems fitting that this week's research highlights have lots of "new" initiatives that we're excited to report. A new Collaborative will broaden the scope of genetics medicine at The Children's Hospital of…
Published on Sep 23, 2016 in Cornerstone Blog
This week we're all about getting smart in our highlights of research news from The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Getting smart in the approach to tackling childhood cancer means identifying strategies that will make a decade's progress in half the time -…
Published on Sep 2, 2016 in Cornerstone Blog
This week's In the News roundup takes science at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia to new elevations, including a stellar donation by the Eagles Charitable Foundation to support autism research.
Published on Aug 19, 2016 in Cornerstone Blog
Research at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia touches all aspects of our lives - including our favorite furry friends - as this week's news roundup shows. Find out why a pediatric critical care expert thinks it's valuable for pet owners, even those who aren…
Published on Jul 15, 2016 in Cornerstone Blog
Some people slow down in summer, but here at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, hot weather is no impediment to making research advances. This week, our roundup of CHOP research in the news covers a broad range of them.
Published on Jun 3, 2016 in Cornerstone Blog
If you’re among those of us who keeping mixing up your workdays following the holiday, yes, it’s already Friday. And you’re just in time for our weekly In the News highlights.
Published on May 31, 2016 in Cornerstone Blog
Quiet. Sing-song-y. Robotic. Too fast. Too slow. Despite the contradictions among some of these terms, researchers and clinicians have noticed that these various atypical qualities of spoken language are more common than average among individuals on the autism spectrum.…
Published on May 6, 2016 in Cornerstone Blog
Our weekly compilation of research news, happenings, and achievements helps keep you up to speed. Find out why the autism community is excited about a unique opportunity to catalyze research. Hear about an adolescent homicide study that hit home in Harrisburg. Congratulate our…
Published on Mar 4, 2016 in Cornerstone Blog
This week’s stories from The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia include the use of big data to understand a tiny molecular mechanism central to how cells function, a clinical trial of video games for improving attention, and the neurodevelopmental effects of so-called “smart…
Published on Feb 5, 2016 in Cornerstone Blog
Cancer genetics and collaboration were big themes in this week’s news featuring research at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Check out our weekly summary of some of the developments this first week of February.
Published on Oct 22, 2015 in Cornerstone Blog
Many parents and clinicians are in a bind between conflicting recommendations about autism. Newly issued recommendations by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPTSF) suggest that current evidence is not strong enough to justify universal screening for the condition in…
Published on Feb 25, 2015 in Cornerstone Blog
According to new research, children born with a DNA abnormality on chromosome 16 already linked to neurodevelopmental problems show measurable delays in processing sound and language.
Published on Jan 20, 2015 in Cornerstone Blog
According to a new study published in Pediatrics, short observations — such as an office visit — may be insufficient when it comes to assessing autism risk.
Published on Nov 24, 2014 in Cornerstone Blog
Teen driving safety researchers suspect there is a surprising lack of rigorous scientific studies focusing on teen drivers with ADHD, according to Allison Curry, PhD, at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Published on Nov 10, 2014 in Cornerstone Blog
The Autism Roadmap is a new website developed entirely as a result of philanthropy and with the expertise of nearly a dozen of the nation’s top autism experts at The Center for Autism Research (CAR) at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Published on Jul 21, 2014 in Cornerstone Blog
Autism spectrum disorders have an enormous price tag, and experts at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia are hoping that all those dollar signs add up to increased attention on new research and more coordinated ways to support patients with autism throughout adulthood.
Published on Apr 2, 2014 in Cornerstone Blog
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently announced a new prevalence estimate for Autism Spectrum Disorder: 1 in 68 individuals.
Published on Jan 21, 2014 in Cornerstone Blog
The prevalence of autism spectrum disorders, or ASD, is staggering — an estimated 1 out of 88 children have some form of ASD. As the word “spectrum” in the name suggests, ASD varies in its range and severity among those affected.
Published on Jun 4, 2013 in Cornerstone Blog
An exciting new study of autism examined whether microscopic, abnormal folds in the tissue of the placenta - could serve as a predictor of autism in children.
Tara Wenger, MD, PhD, a Pediatric Genetics fellow in the Center for Autism Research, was recently…
Tara Wenger, MD, PhD, a Pediatric Genetics fellow in the Center for Autism Research, was recently…
Published on Mar 22, 2013 in Cornerstone Blog
Children who are later diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder have subtle but measurable differences in attention as early as 7 months of age, a new study shows. Infants who went on to be diagnosed with autism are slower to shift their gaze from one object to another,…
Published on Feb 15, 2013 in Cornerstone Blog
One out of 88 children in the United States has been diagnosed as having an autism spectrum disorder. There is no cure and relatively few treatments that work well for everyone on the autism spectrum. But research, including ground-breaking studies on infants, is making great…
Published on Jan 18, 2013 in Cornerstone Blog
A new study verifies the long-controversial belief that a few children, in exceptional cases, can "recover" from autism. The study, which included CHOP's Center for Autism Research, is the first solid science to confirm that, however rarely, with the help of…
Published on Jan 10, 2013 in Cornerstone Blog
CHOP’s Center for Autism Research produced a number of breakthrough studies in 2012, two of which were recently highlighted by the scientific community. The advocacy organization Autism Speaks selected a Center for Autism Research study as one of its top discoveries of 2012,…
Published on Dec 18, 2012 in Cornerstone Blog
The Center for Autism Research (CAR) at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia works to make rapid progress in understanding the underlying causes of autism. CAR's mission is based on the principle that effective treatments for autism spectrum disorders, or ASD, will…
Published on Dec 17, 2012 in Cornerstone Blog
Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) - a family of developmental disorders associated with complex social challenges - can be scary, and not just because autism's causes remain largely unknown, or because effective treatments are elusive. Autism is also scary because its…