The NIAID selected UTMB as the site of a $150 million 
Pediatric Research
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.
Bronchiolitis and Asthma
Research on the role of RSV and other respiratory infections in the development of bronchiolitis and asthma.
Lung Inflammation and Trauma
Research aimed at understanding the immunology and cell biology of lung inflammation associated with respiratory distress secondary to trauma.
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.
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.
Clinical trials
Ongoing Clinical Trials at UTMB Children's and volunteer opportunities.
Metabolic Diseases
Research on Canavan disease and PKU.
Mind-body Research
Research on meditation programs as an adjunct to traditional medicine.
Prematurity
Research on gentle ventilation of preterm infants.
Perinatal Epidemiology
Research on the epidemiology of SIDS and congenital malformations.