Future Research

The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) follows a prioritization process to identify pediatric therapeutics and indications in need of study. Groups of experts assist with the prioritization, and there is an opportunity for public comment.

Criteria include

  • Current gaps in available evidence
  • Potential impact on children, society, and delivery of care

2020-21 Priority List

From the priority list, PTN investigators can submit a proposal to PTN. The PTN follows this process to evaluate proposals, coordinate protocol development, and submit proposals to the NIH. If awarded, the PTN works with its sites to conduct the research.

PTN investigators:

Submit a study concept proposal via email.

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