Child Health Research - for lifelong health and well-being
Children are not small adults: at every age, they are unique. Preventing stressors and treating illnesses in babies and children have lifelong benefits. Our institute is devoted to child health research in a wide spectrum of disciplines – all focused on better lifelong health and well-being for children, families and communities.
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One Child Every Child
A Canada-first research initiative with a vision for all children to be healthy, empowered and thriving.
Child Health and Wellness: A UCalgary Research Priority
For better health and wellbeing of children and
families around the world.
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UCalgary expert named advisor for Health Canada
Dr. Valerie Taylor appointed health and science advisor to federal advisory network
Highly specialized UCalgary lab brings new understanding of skin cancer linked to burn scars
Study provides insights that could help in the diagnosis and treatment of invasive skin cancers that grow on chronic burn wounds
Researchers use 3D imaging, machine learning to identify rare genetic diseases in children
Partnership with local company creates 3D facial imaging camera, speeds up diagnosis and treatment plans
“Our ‘astronauts’ are fruit flies”
UCalgary scientists study fruit flies to gain insights into effects of microgravity on human health