Research | Pediatrics

As a top-ranked children's care program affiliated with a renowned medical school, the Department of Pediatrics is dedicated to pursuing innovative pediatric research. We bring together basic medical science and clinical medicine for the advancement of all areas of pediatric health.

Physician Scientist Training Program

The Physician Scientist Training Program is committed to training the next generation of physician scientist leaders in pediatric research

4th Annual Research Day

Sponsored by the Weill Cornell Medicine Department of Pediatrics and Gale and Ira Drukier Institute for Children's Health

Research Day Agenda

Research Areas

Pediatric Asthma Program of WCM and NYPQ

Pediatric Mental Health Integration Program

Gale and Ira Drukier Institute for Children’s Health

Using genomics and other cutting-edge research approaches, the cross-disciplinary Drukier Institute drives excellence and innovation in pediatrics, seamlessly transforming research breakthroughs into the most advanced, safe and effective pediatric patient care.

Research Teams and Labs

Research Resources

Latest News & Updates

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The new academic year is around the corner.

Investing In the Next Generation of Pediatric Scientists

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In a large hotel conference room at the end of February, hundreds of pediatrician scientists from all points urban and rural alike across the U.S. gathered to showcase their research, meet with mentors, and celebrate each other....

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When Ashley Merchant was four months pregnant, she and her husband, Mark, put on hold the celebrations they had planned for their baby’s arrival — the baby shower, the hospital visits from family, and the welcome home party. “I...