Research Expectations and Opportunities
Research Expectations
The primary goal of the research component of the fellowship program is high quality, in-depth scholarly activity that furthers a fellow's career development. The goal of the program is to provide the fellow with research tools, guided tutorials and a broad exposure to research experiences during the first year (consisting of short laboratory rotations). Because individuals have different capabilities, motivations and career goals, the choice of research area (i.e., cellular/molecular, whole animal, translational or clinical) is decided on an individual basis with guidance and approval of the program through the Scholarship Oversight Committee.
Research Opportunities
- Research Mentors within the Division of Neonatology
- Fellow Research Projects
- The Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics (CCEB) of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine offers short summer courses, graduate level coursework, and masters degree programs in epidemiology, biostatistics, and bioethics. Fellows have participated in summer courses including Biostatistics (EP 812), Introduction to epidemiologic research methods (EP 811) and Database design and management. Certificate programs are available for fellows that desire comprehensive training in epidemiology and biostatistics. For fellows planning to pursue a career as a physician-scientist in clinical research, the Masters of Science in Clinical Epidemiology provides comprehensive graduate coursework and thesis work that is a foundation for NIH mentored awards.
- The Master of Science in Translational Research (MSTR) postdoctoral program is designed to improve the quality of clinical research training by providing didactic courses in the fundamental skills needed for translational research. Through the further development of a graduate program in translational Research (MTR) that will provide in depth instruction in the fundamental skills, methodology, and principles necessary for the well trained independent clinical investigator we hope to provide an internal framework for PENN faculty and MDs enrolled in a fellowship program at Penn which will enable them to pursue a career in translational research.
- Responsible Conduct of Research (Year Two)
This seminar series provides content on ethical aspects of research and clinical/laboratory protocol oversight. It is required of all fellows participating in research at Children's Hospital. - Neonatal Work-In-Progress Series
This is a series of informal presentations of clinical, translational, and basic research in progress, involving members of the division of Neonatology. Fellows are strongly encouraged to attend during research rotations. - Neonatology Research Seminar Series
Neonatology Research Seminar is a weekly series of seminars serving as a formal forum for fellows, neonatal faculty, and visiting lecturers to present their research. The second year fellow will present a research seminar detailing the background and plan for their research project.The third year fellow will present the final results of his/her research project. - Pediatric-Scientist Development Program (PSDP)
This program is designed to provide research training relevant to specialty areas of pediatrics and to prepare entry-level faculty for research careers in academic pediatrics. Physicians presently in pediatric residency who wish to train in basic, translational, or clinical research with an established investigator/mentor are encouraged to apply, as are candidates who seek training in epidemiology/statistics, informatics, health services, or health policy. A commitment to an investigative academic career is essential. The Neonatology Fellowship Training Program at CHOP has a strong history of fellows supported through this program.
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