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New Translational Neuroscience Center is BRIDGE between Genetics and Therapies

Published on
Sep 16, 2024
New Center of Emphasis is BRIDGE between Genetics and Therapies
CHOP’s new translational neuroscience center, BRIDGE, works to understand basic and translational mechanisms of neurodevelopmental disorders.

Center for Brain Research in Development, Genetics, and Engineering

Center for Brain Research in Development, Genetics, and Engineering

The Center for Brain Research in Development, Genetics and Engineering (BRIDGE) applies innovative technology and advanced model systems to understand basic mechanisms of brain development and advance the implementation of novel therapeutics.

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CureARS, Pigment Production, TBCK

Published on
Oct 14, 2022
In the News
Read the latest findings and new grants from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia researchers.
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Love of Science ‘Important, Exciting, and Beautiful’: Q&A With Ethan Goldberg, MD, PhD

Published on
Jul 25, 2022
Q&A With Ethan Goldberg, MD, PhD
Dr. Goldberg studies how genetic variation in ion channels leads to underlying brain circuit dysfunction in epilepsy and other disorders.

Pediatric Neurodegenerative Biorepository

The purpose of this study is to create a biorepository to support our ongoing and future studies on ultra-rare pediatric neurodegenerative disorders.

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Faculty Spotlight: Naiara Akizu Lopez, PhD, Merges Research Passions

Published on
Aug 31, 2021
Naiara Akizu Lopez, PhD, Merges Research Passions
Our August Faculty Spotlight scientist, Naiara Akizu Lopez, PhD, studies the genetic and epigenetic mechanisms of neurologic disorders in children.
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Faculty Spotlight: ‘Bench to Bedside and Back’ With Rebecca Ahrens-Nicklas, MD, PhD

Published on
May 10, 2021
Faculty Spotlight: ‘Bench to Bedside and Back’ With Rebecca Ahrens-Nicklas, MD, PhD
Meet our featured Faculty Spotlight scientist for May, Rebecca Ahrens-Nicklas, MD, PhD, assistant professor of Pediatrics at CHOP.

Ortiz-Gonzalez Laboratory

Ortiz-Gonzalez Lab

The Ortiz-Gonzalez Lab investigates whether mitochondrial dysfunction is a common, underlying factor in rare pediatric neurodegenerative disorders.

Goldberg Laboratory

Goldberg Lab

The Goldberg Lab Investigates mechanisms of cerebral cortical circuit function and circuit dysfunction in neurodevelopmental disorders

Ahrens-Nicklas Laboratory

Ahrens-Nicklas Lab

The Ahrens-Nicklas lab combines translational studies in patients with molecular, biochemical, and electrophysiologic studies working with animal models to develop novel therapies for rare inherited pediatric disorders.