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December 7, 2024
Global clinical trial shows improved survival rates for common childhood leukemia
SickKids co-led study shows disease-free survival rates increased to up to 97.5 per cent for the most common childhood cancer.
December 5, 2024
SickKids designated Schedule 1 psychiatric facility
Achievement recognizes leadership and dedication to improving child and youth mental health.
December 5, 2024
SickKids ranked one of Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals for 2024
SickKids holds a top spot for both researcher intensity and hospital intensity as one of Canada's Top 40 Research Hospitals.
December 4, 2024
Dr. Stephen Scherer receives Debrecen Award for Molecular Medicine
Dr. Scherer is being recognized for his contributions to the paradigm-shifting discovery of genome-wide copy number variation.
December 3, 2024
Researchers lead first major genetic study on retinoblastoma in Kenya
SickKids-led study explores genetic factors of retinoblastoma in Kenyan children to improve diagnosis and treatment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.