Research Discovery Finder

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Research Institute is committed to improving the health and well-being of children in our community and across the world through advances in medicine and science. Your participation makes a difference in helping discover scientific breakthroughs and advancing care. Our research varies from innovative clinical trials to socio-behavioral research and studies you can complete from home. Check out some of our currently recruiting studies below or view past studies.

Did You Know?

Our scientists and staff aren’t the only ones who make breakthroughs happen. Many clinical trials would not succeed without patients, families, and individuals who volunteer to participate. See three little-known facts about participating in clinical research studies at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia:

Most studies don’t involve drugs or devices. They include questionnaires, games, and learning about child development.
You don't have to travel to CHOP to participate in research. Some of our studies can be completed from home!
Knowledge gained through research helps improve the health and well-being of children in our community and around the world.

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Imaging Assessment of Bone Sarcomas

This study is looking to recruit CHOP patients 5-30 years old with suspected/ confirmed bone sarcomas. The study is looking to evaluate a new MRI technique to evaluate bones and any mass in them.

Related PI: Jie Chen Nguyen, MD, MS

Related Conditions: Biomarkers, Ewing Sarcoma, Imaging

Optimizing Vancomycin Therapy in Children

Vancomycin is a commonly administered antibiotic in critically ill children, but it can have unwanted side effects on the kidney (acute kidney injury).

Related PI: Kevin Downes, MD