Child Health Research - for lifelong health and well-being
Children are not small adults: at every age, they are unique. Preventing stressors and treating illnesses in babies and children have lifelong benefits. Our institute is devoted to child health research in a wide spectrum of disciplines – all focused on better lifelong health and well-being for children, families and communities.
One Child Every Child
A Canada-first research initiative with a vision for all children to be healthy, empowered and thriving.
Child Health and Wellness: A UCalgary Research Priority
For better health and wellbeing of children and
families around the world.
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National study seeks to close research gaps for kids with chronic gastrointestinal inflammation
Jennifer deBruyn co-leads research comparing 2 treatment options for paediatric Crohn’s disease
UCalgary researcher develops new tool to diagnose genetic mutations
Pierre Billon's invention designed to get results faster, and easier than current methods
Most-read research and news stories of 2023
Among highlights were the discovery of the potential of vitamin D to help prevent dementia, a funding announcement to create a new Master of Physician Assistant program, the launch of the major One Child Every Child research initiative, the appointment of 22 UCalgary Research Excellence Chairs, and more
Researcher recognized internationally for contributions to patient-oriented research
Maria Santana pioneered the use of patient-reported outcomes and experience measures in transplant community