UT Southwestern’s Children’s Research Institute Focuses on Advancing Pediatric Health Through Groundbreaking Research.
The Children’s Research Institute (CRI) at UT Southwestern Medical center is dedicated to improving the health of children by conducting cutting-edge research. The institute houses several key programs that tackle some of the moast pressing challenges in pediatric medicine.
Metabolic Disease Program
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This program is committed to advancing the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of genetically steadfast metabolic diseases. By integrating patient care with research, the Metabolic Disease Program aims to make notable strides in this complex field.
Tissue Regeneration Program
Researchers within the Tissue Regeneration Program are focused on uncovering the cellular and genetic mechanisms that govern tissue healing across various organs.the insights gained from this research are expected to enhance the ability to repair tissues affected by aging, disease, and injury.
Cancer Biology
cancer,characterized by uncontrolled cell growth and the potential for metastasis,is a major focus for CRI researchers. utilizing diverse research methodologies, scientists are working to identify the underlying mechanisms driving cancer formation and progression, with the ultimate goal of developing novel therapeutic strategies.
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For complete details on faculty, research initiatives, and recent discoveries, please visit our website.
Director
Director, Children’s medical Center research Institute at UT Southwestern
Education:
B.Sc., Biology and Chemistry, Dalhousie university, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Ph.D., immunology, Stanford university
Fellowship: neurobiology, Caltech
Affiliations: Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator
