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CHOP Researchers Develop Tool that Reduces Errors in Stem Cell Transplant Reporting
CHOP researchers have developed a custom-built application to automate determination of engraftment, a key outcome after hematopoietic stem cell transplant.
CHOP Researchers Develop New, More Accurate Computational Tool for Long-Read RNA Sequencing
CHOP researchers have developed a new computational tool that can more accurately discover and quantify RNA molecules from these error-prone long-read RNA sequencing data.
CHOP Researchers Show Serotonin Can Contribute to Heart Valve Disease
Researchers in CHOP’s Pediatric Heart Valve Center have found that the neurotransmitter serotonin can adversely affect the heart’s mitral valve, contributing to a heart disease known as degenerative mitral regurgitation.
Leading Healthcare Systems across the Tri-State Area Join National Gun Safety Movement to Address Leading Cause of Death in Kids
In an effort to encourage families and communities to take an active role in protecting children from gun violence, leading healthcare systems across Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey have joined thousands of hospitals and health associations in a nationwide public awareness and education campaign.
CHOP, Penn and Texas A&M Use Novel Method to Identify Important Genetic Regulator of Sleep
This novel method uses fruit flies and zebra fish to validate the function behind a gene associated with sleep regulation and may be a target for studies on sleeping disorders.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: How Can I Teach My Toddler Healthy Habits?
Find out how Dr. Lori Handy teaches her own young children to develop healthy habits, like toothbrushing and handwashing.
Feature Article — Science Made Easy: Viral Transmission, Human Immunity & the Gap Called “Immunity Debt”
In this video feature article, Dr. Offit discusses the concept of “immunity debt” (also called “immunity gap”). Find out more.
Vaccine News & Notes — January 2023
Find out about an association between COVID-19 vaccination and length of menstrual cycle; learn about a new video series, "Vaccine-Preventable Disease: The Forgotten Story," and more.
CHOP Helps Develop New Guidelines for Neonatal Resuscitation Studies
CHOP researchers have led an international group of experts in developing new guidelines for neonatal resuscitation research.
CHOP Researchers Analyze National Registry Data on Perinatal COVID-19
CHOP researchers have found that before the wide availability of vaccines, newborns were infected with SARS-CoV-2 at variable rates and without apparent short-term effects.