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Our discoveries in bench, clinical and outcomes research are recognized by scientists worldwide. As one of the top five pediatric research centers in the nation, we bring together the best minds in pediatric research to set new standards of pediatric care and find new cures for childhood diseases. More About Research.

  • Dr. Michael Jensen is leading research on reprogramming the body’s own immune system to kill cancer, without radiation or chemotherapy.

  • Mark Majesky joins the Center for Tissue and Cell Sciences to lead research on ways to regenerate the heart without transplant.

  • GAPPS, an initiative of Seattle Children’s, publishes a landmark report to reduce millions of preterm births and stillbirths worldwide.

  • Next: Transforming Stem Cells Into Hope
  • Next: Special Delivery
  • Next: Genetically Engineering Cure for Cancer

Research Centers

Our nine interdisciplinary centers address areas central to pediatric health and use an “open lab” format to foster a rich collaborative environment. Investigators draw from different departments, divisions and disciplines to find new cures for childhood diseases more quickly.

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Flat-head syndrome linked to delayed motor skills
2.19.10 — Globe & Mail

A recent study led by researcher Matthew Speltz found a possible link between positional plagiocephaly (flat head syndrome) ... cont.

Seattle Children's tackles childhood obesity with kid-friendly program
1.30.10 — King 5 TV

Seattle Children's researcher Brian Saelens discusses childhood obesity.

Fast-Food Calorie Counting
1.25.10 — Good Morning America

Dr. Pooja Tandon discusses the findings of her menu labeling study on Good Morning America.

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Press Releases

Pediatric ALL (Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia) Patients Had Similar Outcomes Regardless of Participation in Clinical Trials at Seattle Children’s

03.01.2010

 Findings do not apply to high-risk ALL or other cancers

Fast Food Menus With Calorie Information Lead To Lower Calorie Selections For Young Children

01.25.2010

In a new study, the amount of calories selected by parents for their child’s hypothetical meal at McDonald’s restaurants ... cont.

Day Care May Double TV Time For Young Children, Study Finds

11.23.2009

In a new study, the amount of television viewed by many young children in child care settings doubles the previous estimates ... cont.

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206-884-7300

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1100 Olive Way
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