The Child Health Research Institute

Pediatric Academic Workshop scheduled for March 27

The educational event is organized by the Child Health Research Institute and UNMC Department of Pediatrics.

Feb 18, 2026

Jessica Snowden, MD, vice chancellor for research, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, will give the keynote presentation. (Image credit: University of Tennessee Health Science Center)

UNMC experts testify in favor of important research funds

Ann Anderson-Berry, MD, PhD, Don Coulter, MD, and Tammy Kielian, PhD, spoke on behalf of the University of Nebraska System.

Feb 13, 2026

Ann Anderson-Berry, MD, PhD, Don Coulter, MD, and Tammy Kielian, PhD

UNMC Department of Pediatrics releases annual report

The report showcases achievements in specialty medicine, data innovation, patient care, community engagement and more.

Jan 30, 2026

Kari Simonsen, MD, chair of the UNMC Department of Pediatrics

CHRI to host scientific conference on Dec. 3

The event will bring together experts, researchers and stakeholders to discuss children’s health and current research.

Oct 28, 2025

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Midwest cancer symposium is Oct. 7 at UNMC

The event will explore environmental determinants of pediatric cancer and congenital anomalies.

Sep 15, 2025

UNMC panelists include Julie Petersen, PhD, Jesse Bell, PhD, and Tara Nordgren, PhD.

Pediatric Cancer Research Symposium set for Aug. 20

The event, organized by the Child Health Research Institute and Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, will be on the UNMC Omaha campus.

Jul 18, 2025

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Dr. Mahapatra grant to fund medulloblastoma research 

The team led by Sidharth Mahapatra, MD, PhD is exploring a novel treatment against the most lethal form of medulloblastoma. 

Feb 19, 2025

Sidharth Mahapatra, MD, PhD

Abstracts sought for CHRI Pediatric Research Forum

The annual forum allows researchers to showcase their projects to the Child Health Research Institute community.

Feb 18, 2025

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Pilot grant opportunities available through CHRI

Two requests for application opportunities due April 15.

Feb 17, 2025

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Annual report released for UNMC Department of Pediatrics

See the report online, highlighting the department’s partnership with Children’s Nebraska, excellent clinical care and more.

Jan 31, 2025

Kari Simonsen, MD