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Cardiac Center Awards Innovation in Research and Clinical Care
These recently funded projects aim to increase scientific knowledge and advance therapeutics for pediatric heart disease.

One Year of Performing Assessments of Kids with CHD
In 2018, the Cardiac Kids Developmental Follow-Up Program expanded its services to address the needs of school-age children with a history of cardiac conditions, given their increased risk of learning disabilities and ADHD.
Differences in Bone Strength across the Skeleton Have Genetic Roots
CHOP researchers analyzed discrepancies in children’s bone density across the skeleton, teasing out genetic clues that may help prevent osteoporosis later in life.
Genes Influencing Later Puberty Cause Lower Bone Density
A genetic tendency for later puberty causes lower bone mineral density. This effect may raise the risk of osteoporosis and fractures later in life.
Gene Changes Found to Strongly Improve Bone Density in Girls
CHOP researchers show that rare genetic changes strongly increase a child’s bone strength, but only in girls. Bone formation in childhood has lifelong effects.