Research

With $45 million in annual research awards, MassGeneral Hospital for Children is among the top pediatric hospitals in the nation in research funding. Our new Simches Research Building underscores our commitment to advance the science of pediatric medicine and is organized to reflect new opportunities in biology and medicine: Genetics and Genomics, Comparative and Integrative Biology, Systems Biology, and Regenerative Medicine.

Over the years, many significant advancements have been made in genetics and genomics, imaging technologies, less invasive surgical techniques and an abundance of treatment options that are changing the way pediatric care is delivered.

In a research laboratory, at a patient’s bedside, in a student conference with tomorrow’s medical leaders—in fact anywhere on this dynamic campus—our scientists and physicians are diligently working toward improving the lives of children.

Research Programs

• Pediatric Surgical Research Unit
  
• Mucosal Immunology
  
• Tissue Engineering
  

Investigators

Meet some of the MassGeneral Hospital for Children researchers who are making a difference. Read more

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Saving Face: Improving outcomes in pediatric oral and maxillofacial surgery

In recent years, oral and maxillofacial surgeons at Massachusetts General Hospital and elsewhere have developed minimally invasive techniques to correct many facial soft-tissue and skeletal deformities, which have resulted in less overall morbidity, decreased pain and swelling and faster recovery... read more

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Using teamwork and technology to solve clinical problems

In popular culture, doctors are often depicted a bit like cowboys - fiercely independent people who follow their instincts and tackle problems on their own. The reality of practicing medicine is quite different, of course. This is especially true when it comes to caring for children born with congenital abnormalities. About 150,000 children are born in the United States each year with heart and lung defects, spina bifida and other skeletal malformations, and metabolic disorders. Initial medical care and surgery is usually followed by years of care by multiple specialists to address subsequent problems that emerge as the child grows.... read more