Discoveries for
Kids
Our scientists are the reason we succeed
Children's National Research Institute conducts and promotes translational and clinical medical research programs that lead to improved understanding, prevention, treatment and care of childhood diseases.
View our PeopleDriving Pediatric Breakthroughs
Review our most recent Academic Annual Report. Our research is primarily supported via external sources including the NIH.
View the reportOur Research & Innovation Campus
The campus is a one-of-a-kind pediatric research and innovation hub where Children's National is combining its strengths with those of public and private partners, including industry, universities, federal agencies, start-up companies and academic medical centers.
Learn about the CampusCo-located with key partners & incubator spaces
Collaboration is key. Our progress relies on partnerships with key organizations and collaborators. At our research campus we are co-located with some of these partners and developing an ecosystem on-site for innovations such as new drugs, medical devices, precision diagnostics and health technologies.
Learn MoreOur Campus
With over 160,000 sq. ft. of newly renovated research and innovation space, we are pursuing new high-impact opportunities in pediatric genomic and precision medicine.
Learn MoreResearch & Innovation News
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Research, Education & Innovation Week 2025
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ARPA-H awards $8m to advance device for precision pain measurement
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National Academy of Medicine elects gun violence, health equity expert
October 21, 2024
Our Commitment to Diversity
We believe that the rapid advancement of knowledge, insights, and approaches through research can only be achieved through the commitment, excellence and dedication of a diverse group of researchers from many backgrounds.