Research News from CHOP
Applying New Framework Improves Big Data Analysis for Pediatric and Adult Epilepsies
When applying new terminology to existing data through computational methods, researchers increased the number of descriptive terms five-fold, improving diagnostic capabilities.
CHOP Researchers Discover New Disease that Prevents Formation of Antibodies
CHOP researchers discovered a new condition, which they named PU.MA, and treated a patient with a bone marrow donation from the patient’s older brother.
CHOP Researchers Demonstrate How Dynamic Changes in Early Childhood Development May Lead to Changes in Autism Diagnosis
Many toddlers on the boundary of a diagnosis may fall in or out of an autism classification, suggesting more individualized evaluations are needed.
Cancer Researchers Receive Grant to Study Indolent Neuroblastoma
Grant awarded to CHOP and collaborating institutions will fund research into identifying and treating slowly progressive neuroblastoma, which currently lacks treatment options.
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Researchers Find Individualized Training Is Key for Autistic Adolescents Learning to Drive
Specialized driving instructors say path to getting licensed for autistic teens may be longer, but achievable with tailored instruction and other support.
CHOP Researchers Pinpoint a Simple Test for Foods that Cause EoE
CHOP researchers found a simple assay using a blood sample could identify EoE milk allergy with accuracy and sensitivity.
CHOP-led Research Study Identifies Key Target in Treatment-Resistant Hemophilia A
CHOP researchers have identified BAFF as a key target that may be responsible for treatment failure in about 30% of patients with hemophilia A.
Visio-vestibular Examination is a Critical Component of Diagnosing Concussion in Young Athletes, Feasible Across Multiple Care Settings
CHOP researchers recommend specific updates to clinical examinations to improve initial concussion diagnosis across multiple settings.
CHOP Cancer Researchers Win 2021 AACR Team Science Award
The award was presented to the St. Baldrick’s Foundation-Stand Up 2 Cancer Pediatric Cancer Dream Team, co-led by CHOP, at the annual AACR conference.
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Dr. N. Scott Adzick Receives Clinical and Translational Science Distinguished Investigator Award for Bringing Fetal Surgery from the Lab to the Clinic
Award recognizes a researcher who has translated a proof-of-concept study to widespread clinical practice.