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Two collections of bright red cells on a black background, the left is significantly larger than the right with a green perimeter.

December 2, 2024

Critical relationship between stem cells and mechanical signals unveiled

Researchers uncover how two mechano-sensing ion channels are essential to maintain healthy stem cells.

Dr. Toan Nguyen stands with his arms crossed infront of a pink background.

November 28, 2024

Breakthroughs at the bench with postdoctoral fellow Dr. Toan Nguyen

Meet the postdoctoral fellow whose research offers a promising approach for quickly predicting a rare genetic condition.

Melika and Anna smiling and strolling down a clinic hallway

November 26, 2024

Changing minds and making plans: Q&A with Melika and her Genetic Counsellor, Anna

Former SickKids patient Melika reflects on the triumphs and challenges of the diagnostic odyssey which finally led to a diagnosis for her rare condition.

Red and blue chromosomal 'arms' swirl in a circle, with red, blue and black dots heavily concentrated on the far left and middle right sides of the circle.

November 20, 2024

Organized ‘chaos’: The first map of inter-chromosomal interactions

Research uncovers relationship between inter-chromosomal space and gene activity in genome topology maps.

Drs. Zulfiqar Bhutta, Mike Tyers, Jean-Philippe-Julien

November 19, 2024

SickKids scientists among the most influential in the world in 2024

The researchers are among 206 Canadian scientists on Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers 2024 list.

Abstract illustration of two back to back heads, one brain filled with a tangle, the other with a sunshine.

November 15, 2024

How stress is fundamentally changing our memories

New research on memory engrams and the endocannabinoid system may inform new treatments for PTSD.

November 15, 2024

Self-reported screening improves symptom management for children with cancer

New research shows routine symptom screening reduces symptom burden and supports implementing care pathways for improved symptom management.

ACTS team members jumping in the air in unison on top of the SickKids helipad.

November 4, 2024

SickKids Acute Care Transport Service and Toronto Paramedic Services celebrate five years of partnership

Since 2019, ACTS and TPS teams have collaborated to enhance and improve mobile critical care services for children and youth in Ontario.

Small highlighted circles in grayscale indicate nuclei segmentation, next to bright blue circles in a similar location showing nuclei location after live-staining.

October 30, 2024

Precision robotics offers hope for heart disease treatment

The advanced drug testing system screens multiple potential therapies simultaneously in beating heart cells.

Ben, Rita and Jessica pose for a picture in a park at the 2024 NICU barbecue.

October 29, 2024

A “beautiful connection” formed in the SickKids NICU

For families of NICU babies, a little support goes a long way – and can create a “ripple effect” of help for others.

A Clinical Research Associate works with a young boy in a clinical trial at SickKids.

October 25, 2024

Meet the drivers of clinical trials at SickKids

At the Garron Family Cancer Centre, Clinical Research Associates support innovative clinical trials seeking to improve care and outcomes for children with cancer.

A parent and child sit with a physician examining a scan of the child's brain.

October 24, 2024

Clinical trial explores new approach to childhood brain cancer treatment

The first clinical trial to investigate treatment for childhood glioblastoma without radiation and chemotherapy has opened at SickKids.

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