About this episode

The episode discusses the complexities of pediatric clinical trials with Dr. Neil Goldenberg, focusing on ethical considerations and the need for distinct research approaches for children.

In this episode, Jess and Sarah welcome Dr. Neil Goldenberg to explore the unique challenges and complexities of conducting pediatric clinical trials. The scientists examine the necessity of multi-center studies, ethical considerations specific to research involving children, and the critical physiological differences between pediatric and adult populations that require distinct research approaches. Dr. Goldenberg shares valuable insights from his research experiences, including the KidsDOTT and COVAC-TP trials, while discussing the essential roles of funding and infrastructure in advancing pediatric research. Throughout the conversation, the experts emphasize the importance of collaboration and advocacy in this field. The episode concludes with an optimistic perspective on the future of pediatric clinical research and its potential to improve health outcomes for children. Watch the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yqS4b3kqHHM (00:00) Intro & Public Health Update (05:33) What's A Health/Science News Item That Caught Your Attention? (07:34) What Is A Multi-Center Study? (09:35) What Protections Are There For Human Subject Clinical Trials? (13:04) Why Is There A Need For…

People in this episode

Hosts: Jess, Sarah

Guest: Dr. Neil Goldenberg

Topics covered

• pediatric clinical trials
• ethical considerations
• multi-center studies
• funding in research
• health outcomes for children
• collaboration in science

Keywords

• pediatric trials
• clinical research
• ethical considerations
• multi-center studies
• funding
• health outcomes
• children's health

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: KidsDOTT, COVAC-TP

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