Pediatric Research
The Department of Pediatrics has a long history of basic, clinical and translational research. Major areas of research include respiratory viral infections, asthma and allergic disease pathogenesis, lung injury, herpes virus infections, infectious causes of cancer, genetics of metabolic diseases, perinatal epidemiology and environmental medicine. An important goal of our research programs is to help develop more pediatricians and scientists who are dedicated to advancing the application of basic science knowledge to the health problems important to children.
Allergen Structure and Function
Research aimed to understand the allergic process in enough detail to be able to prevent the development or effectively ameliorate allergic responses that lead to asthma and other allergic diseases. ...READ MORE
Bronchiolitis and Asthma
Research on the role of RSV and other respiratory infections in the development
of bronchiolitis and asthma. ...READ MORE
Clinical Trials
Ongoing Clinical Trials at UTMB Children's and volunteer opportunities. ...READ MORE
Lung Inflammation and Trauma
Research aimed at understanding the immunology and cell biology of lung inflammation associated with respiratory distress secondary to trauma. ...READ MORE
Metabolic Diseases
Research on Canavan disease and PKU. ...READ MORE
Mind-body Research
Research on meditation programs as an adjunct to traditional medicine. ...READ MORE
Otitis Media
Research aimed at understanding the contribution of viruses, bacteria and their complex interactions to the pathogenesis and clinical course of Acute Otitis Media. ...READ MORE
Perinatal Epidemiology
Research on the epidemiology of SIDS and congenital malformations. ...READ MORE
Prematurity
Research on gentle ventilation of preterm infants. ...READ MORE
Vaccines and Other Prevention Strategies
Research focused on developing new vaccines, creating effective topical microbicides, and fostering attitudes and developing systems that promote the timely delivery and use of these methods. ...READ MORE
