The Children’s Mercy Research Institute
The Children’s Mercy Research Institute
A Research Center for Children
The Children’s Mercy Research Institute (CMRI) integrates research and clinical care with multidisciplinary teams at the point of care while bringing together nationally recognized expertise in genomic medicine, precision therapeutics, population health and health care innovation.
As a result, we accelerate the development of groundbreaking individualized therapies and treatments that transform the potential of all children, one child at a time.
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CAB in Action: Community Advisory Board Members Lead Research Efforts Impacting their Communities
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THE CHILDREN'S MERCY RESEARCH INSTITUTE NEWS
Drs. Grundberg, Pastinen Receive $3.3 Million NICHD Grant to Advance Understanding of Genetic Determinants of Pregnancy Loss
The researchers' project titled “5-base HiFi sequencing to advance the understanding of genetic determinants of pregnancy loss,” looks to see how long-read technologies can fill gaps of genetic variation in families who suffer from recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). The study will look to help identify the genetic variants or epigenetic biomarkers that cause recurrent pregnancy loss.
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5 Questions:
Xiomara Aguilera
The CMRI has a collaborative and innovative team with experts in a wide array of fields to make research happen. Each month, we ask one of our CMRI team members five questions to learn more about their role in research and what motivates them. This month, meet Xiomara Aguilera, JD, Senior Manager of Research Contracting, Research and Sponsored Projects Administration.
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Genomic Answers for Kids
Thousands of genetic diseases affecting children remain undiscovered and untreatable. But hope is on the horizon with Genomic Answers for Kids, a first-of-its-kind pediatric data repository to find novel treatments for pediatric genetic conditions.
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The CMRI’s Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity
Inclusion and diversity among research teams, participants, families, vendors and community partners is essential to fulfilling our mission to improve the health and wellbeing of children everywhere.
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Researcher Network
Learn about the dynamic research programs and explore potential collaborations with our world-renown investigators.
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