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February 11, 2025
Meet seven women supporting SickKids clinical research excellence
On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, learn how SickKids staff are supporting clinical research to improve child health.
February 10, 2025
SickKids research awarded over $14 million through CIHR Fall 2024 Project Grant funding
Fifteen grants were awarded for projects ranging from studying cancer phenotypes to outcomes for neonatal infants who undergo major surgery.
February 4, 2025
Research discovery halts childhood brain tumour before it forms
A SickKids research team has identified a critical event driving tumour growth in a type of medulloblastoma – and a way to block it.
January 28, 2025
Dr. Lewis Kay honoured with Alexander Hollaender Award in Biophysics
The SickKids scientist was honoured for his groundbreaking work in biochemistry and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy.
January 24, 2025
Targeting potassium channel shows promise for treating brain tumours
Researchers find blocking the KCNB2 gene can slow tumour growth, paving the way for next-gen treatments for childhood brain cancer.
January 23, 2025
Antibiotics are less effective than surgery for appendicitis, finds new study
An international trial compared two interventions for appendicitis in children to help guide future treatment guidelines.
January 21, 2025
Spit for Science study hits 40,000 participant milestone
Spit for Science samples are helping researchers unlock new insights into childhood physical and mental health.
January 2, 2025
SickKids honours outstanding staff and volunteers with 2024 President’s Award!
Shining a spotlight on those who go above and beyond for SickKids and the community.
January 2, 2025
Researchers discover early sign of glioblastoma origins
A previously unknown mechanism in early brain tumour development could help identify and treat glioblastoma, sooner.
December 30, 2024
Celebrating another great year at SickKids!
2024 was an exceptional year with much to celebrate.
December 20, 2024
A family's second chance at a first Christmas at home
Erica and Brett Morrison spent last year’s holiday season in the SickKids NICU with their newborn son Jeff. Now, they’re preparing for their first Christmas at home as a family of three.
December 19, 2024
Genetic discovery links new gene to autism spectrum disorder
Variants in the DDX53 and other genes on the X chromosome provide genetic clues to male prevalence in ASD.