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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation
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Children's Colorado is committed to improving #ChildHealth by accelerating clinical discovery through research and innovation. Affiliated with @CUMedicalSchool.bsky.social.

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Hello #MedSky and #PedSky communities! We’re excited to be here. In case we haven’t met yet, here’s what you’ll see from us in the days and weeks ahead.
With support from @americancancersoc.bsky.social, @cucancercenter.bsky.social researcher Dr. Amanda Winters is developing a better way to predict relapse in pediatric AML and bringing us closer to more targeted and timely treatments. #OncSky #CanSky
Looking for a Better Way to Predict Relapse in Pediatric Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Amanda Winters received a grant to evaluate the benefits of a genetic test over a protein-based one to predict relapse in pediatric AML.
news.cuanschutz.edu
February 10, 2026 at 12:43 AM
The number of children with heart disease is far less than adults, so why do children have much higher mortality rates? Our researchers explored this question and are determined to find answers.

#HeartMonth
A Gap in Pediatric-Specific Heart Research
Researchers need more data to help children with heart failure.
www.childrenscolorado.org
February 2, 2026 at 2:31 AM
Hello from Austin and the 2026 @prismsociety.bsky.social Annual Meeting! We have 15 presenters including six podium talks focused on mental health, #concussions and injuries. We’re excited to share our research and learn from other teams.

Find the itinerary here: https://bit.ly/3Lt80dT
January 29, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Our Neuro-Oncology Program has brought together experts in #NeuroOncology and autologous stem cell transplant to give families a consistent care team and improve outcomes. Learn more about our collaborative expertise. #PediatricBrainTumors
Collaborative Care in Pediatric Neuro-Oncology
Integrated neuro-oncology and autologous stem cell transplant care.
www.childrenscolorado.org
January 29, 2026 at 1:24 AM
Congratulations to Dr. Adam Green on a $99,975 grant from the DIPG Collaborative, funding research aimed at finding a cure for aggressive brain tumors. We are thankful to partner with The Cure Starts Now in support of driving this vital work forward. #CancerResearch
January 27, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Our experts found that failure to account for bilateral conditions in clinical #OrthopedicResearch inflates false positives and may misinform care. See which analytical methods were most reliable.
Best Data Methods for Bilateral Orthopedic Research
Account for bilateral conditions to reduce false positives.
www.childrenscolorado.org
January 27, 2026 at 12:40 AM
A new study found similar complication rates between open and closed tibial #fractures, so what does this mean for surgery decisions and follow-up care? Our experts weigh in.
Similar Outcomes in Pediatric Tibial Fractures
A study finds comparable risks in open and closed cases.
www.childrenscolorado.org
January 23, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Our cardiac neurodevelopmental research team report in @jamapediatrics.com how they identified specific protein biomarkers that can help predict early language development outcomes in children with single ventricle heart disease. #SVHD #neurodevelopment #CardioSky
Blood Proteins Reveal SVHD Language Clues
Ongoing protein dysregulation may shape early neurodevelopment.
www.childrenscolorado.org
January 20, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Gymnastics places unique demands on the body and requires equally unique care. Dr. Emily Sweeney and her colleagues are helping define gymnastics medicine as a subspecialty to better shape that care and help athletes thrive.
Building Gymnastics Medicine as a Subspecialty
Learn more about the unique care demands of gymnasts.
www.childrenscolorado.org
January 19, 2026 at 11:33 PM
Dr. Dania Brigham says witnessing the resilience of children and the impact of liver transplants shaped her career. In this Q&A, she reflects on milestones like expanding our #LivingDonor liver program and coordinating a complex heart-liver transplant.
Hepatologist Dania Brigham on Pediatric Liver Transplant
Discover key milestones and innovations in pediatric liver transplant care.
www.childrenscolorado.org
January 6, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Meet Dr. Alisa Gaskell. She's been at the forefront of genetics research and recently led efforts to integrate #genetics and #PrecisionMedicine across our hospital. Learn more about what she sees as the exciting opportunities for the future.
Meet Our Chief Genomics Officer Overseeing Precision Medicine
Alisa Gaskell, PhD, leads our precision medicine research.
www.childrenscolorado.org
December 26, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Researchers at Children’s Colorado helped get the first drug approved to treat two rare kidney diseases. See the results of this breakthrough study. #research #ClinicalTrial #KidneyDisease
VALIANT Clinical Trial Leads to Approval of New Drug
Learn how Children’s Colorado researchers led the way
www.childrenscolorado.org
December 18, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Our researchers are identifying ways to improve treatment delays in inflammatory bowel disease care. Learn more about the drivers behind these delays and how a group of doctors is trying to improve the process. #IBD #GISky
Identifying Factors That Delay Treatment for IBD Care
Why specific requirements often lead to worse care
www.childrenscolorado.org
December 11, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Our new Intestinal Rehab Simulation Center is preparing families for at-home parenteral nutrition. Discover how this is setting up families for success. #digestive #gastroenterology #PedsGI
Home Parenteral Nutrition Training
Learn how this new program helps families
www.childrenscolorado.org
December 5, 2025 at 6:15 PM
With more focus on novel therapeutics and #PrecisionMedicine, the standard operating procedures developed decades ago are no longer adequate. Learn how our new ExACT Program is standing up the infrastructure needed to ensure patient safety well into the future.
Ensuring Safety in Pediatric Novel Therapeutics
Setting the standard for pediatric precision medicine
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December 4, 2025 at 7:47 PM
We're excited to see our colleagues at the upcoming @ash.hematology.org annual conference Dec. 6 to 9 in Orlando. Don't miss presenters from Children's Colorado! Check out the schedule: https://www.hematology.org/meetings/annual-meeting #ASH2025
ASH Annual Meeting & Exposition
The premier event in malignant and non-malignant hematology, the ASH annual meeting highlights the highest-caliber science and the most important areas of clinical progress in hematology.
www.hematology.org
December 4, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Dr. Kathleen Simpson was recently selected as the Pediatric Heart Transplant Society Vice President Elect for 2025-2027. Dr. Simpson is a leader in pediatric heart transplantation, committed to advancing patient care and research. Congratulations, Dr. Simpson!
December 1, 2025 at 4:50 PM
New #research from the PROMISE study shows the impact of elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor (ETI) on inflammation and why that's a game changer for people with #CysticFibrosis. Read more about these promising results in collaboration with @cctsi.bsky.social. #PulmSky
Cystic Fibrosis Treatment Shows Long-Term Reduction in Inflammation
New insights in Cystic Fibrosis reveal ETI treatment reduces inflammation, improving lung function and quality of life for patients. Learn about this research supported by the CCTSI.
news.cuanschutz.edu
November 26, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Our latest #EoE study shows that FLIP technology detects early esophageal narrowing and highlights how histologic remission in childhood preserves distensibility and may help prevent long-term complications. #GISky
How Histologic Remission Impacts Pediatric EoE Outcomes
How controlling inflammation improves esophageal distensibility.
www.childrenscolorado.org
November 13, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Dr. Ronald Sokol recently received a lifetime achievement award from the American Liver Foundation. For over three decades, Dr. Sokol has been dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children with #liver diseases. Congratulations on this honor! #hepatology
November 3, 2025 at 5:47 PM
A study by our #orthopedic experts offers early insights into the natural progression of hip morphology in children with spinal muscular atrophy, underscoring the need for proactive orthopedic management in this era of disease-modifying drugs. #OrthoSky
Understanding Hip Instability in Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Our research underscores the need for orthopedic monitoring.
www.childrenscolorado.org
October 8, 2025 at 6:50 PM
We are proud to share that we are once again ranked in the Top 10 #BestChildrensHospitals by @usnews.com! #USNews #PedSky #pediatrics
www.childrenscolorado.org
October 7, 2025 at 1:30 PM
New research from the Digestive Health Institute found pediatric unsedated transnasal endoscopy offers a safer, well-tolerated alternative to sedated upper GI endoscopy, with fewer post-procedure adverse events. Read more about the findings. #PedsGI #EoE #GastroSky
Study: Pediatric Unsedated Transnasal Endoscopy is Safer
Discover the impact of TNE on pediatric gastroenterology
www.childrenscolorado.org
October 6, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Reposted by Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation
👏 Congrats to CCTSI Director Ron Sokol, MD, FAASLD, of @cugastrohep.bsky.social on receiving the American Liver Foundation's Lifetime Achievement Award! This prestigious honor recognizes his lasting impact on #pediatric #liver care and research.
@kmess44.bsky.social, @childrensresearch.bsky.social
Congratulations to Our Honorees! - ALF Gala
Dr. Ronald Sokol
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September 23, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Don't miss our upcoming virtual pediatric care symposium on Oct. 29. Join us as we discuss the assessment and management of common pediatric conditions in hospital and community settings. CME credit is available. Register today: https://bit.ly/46ZtSpc
September 26, 2025 at 7:04 PM