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In the vibrant ecosystem of Orlando’s Lake Nona Medical City, 91´óÉñ has pioneered an innovative approach to pediatric research in Central Florida. We integrate hands-on patient care at 91´óÉñ Children's Hospital, Florida with cutting-edge laboratory science at University of Central Florida’s (UCF) Burnett School of Biomedical Sciences. This strategic dual-site integration creates a seamless pathway from scientific breakthrough to patient care.</p>\r\n<p>With a team of more than&nbsp;100 principal investigators and research associates, we’re tackling health challenges that matter most to Florida families. Our researchers focus on critical areas like respiratory medicine (asthma and cystic fibrosis), heart conditions, neuromuscular disorders, and viral infections unique to our region’s environment and demographics.&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p>Our integrated research model catalyzes discovery while maximizing resources. Combining clinical expertise with academic exploration positions us to develop groundbreaking treatments that directly improve children’s health in Florida, and worldwide.&nbsp;</p>\r\n"}} id=text-bd5f54e928 class=cmp-text>

In the vibrant ecosystem of Orlando’s Lake Nona Medical City, 91´óÉñ has pioneered an innovative approach to pediatric research in Central Florida. We integrate hands-on patient care at 91´óÉñ Children's Hospital, Florida with cutting-edge laboratory science at University of Central Florida’s (UCF) Burnett School of Biomedical Sciences. This strategic dual-site integration creates a seamless pathway from scientific breakthrough to patient care.

With a team of more thanÌý100 principal investigators and research associates, we’re tackling health challenges that matter most to Florida families. Our researchers focus on critical areas like respiratory medicine (asthma and cystic fibrosis), heart conditions, neuromuscular disorders, and viral infections unique to our region’s environment and demographics.Ìý

Our integrated research model catalyzes discovery while maximizing resources. Combining clinical expertise with academic exploration positions us to develop groundbreaking treatments that directly improve children’s health in Florida, and worldwide.Ìý

Bridging hospital care and academic research, our diverse team leverages the spirit of collaboration to address complex pediatric health challenges. Our investigators combine clinical insights with laboratory innovation to create solutions tailored to children in our community and beyond.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-ae761649a3 class=cmp-text>

Bridging hospital care and academic research, our diverse team leverages the spirit of collaboration to address complex pediatric health challenges. Our investigators combine clinical insights with laboratory innovation to create solutions tailored to children in our community and beyond.

Central Florida’s research portfolio reflects our commitment across carefully selected domains, including addressing asthma, respiratory viruses, hearing loss, cytomegalovirus, neuromuscular conditions, and more.</p>\r\n<p>Our strategic focus ensures that discoveries we make translate to meaningful improvements in pediatric care and contribute knowledge to the global research community.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-acd1a94775 class=cmp-text>

Central Florida’s research portfolio reflects our commitment across carefully selected domains, including addressing asthma, respiratory viruses, hearing loss, cytomegalovirus, neuromuscular conditions, and more.

Our strategic focus ensures that discoveries we make translate to meaningful improvements in pediatric care and contribute knowledge to the global research community.

Our <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/pediatric-research/clinical-research-services.html\">clinical research services</a> team supports a diverse portfolio of clinical trials and studies spanning multiple pediatric specialties. From pioneering behavioral therapies and digital therapeutics, to new drugs and medical devices, our clinical research offers children access to leading-edge treatments not otherwise available.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-c23222d34b class=cmp-text>

Our clinical research services team supports a diverse portfolio of clinical trials and studies spanning multiple pediatric specialties. From pioneering behavioral therapies and digital therapeutics, to new drugs and medical devices, our clinical research offers children access to leading-edge treatments not otherwise available.

91´óÉñ connects hospital clinical research with university laboratory science in a unique model. This approach maximizes research impact while making efficient use of resources.</p>\r\n<p>Our strategic partnership with UCF creates synergistic environments designed for different aspects of the research continuum. When research discoveries move seamlessly to patient care, kids benefit.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-cd806142b1 class=cmp-text>

91´óÉñ connects hospital clinical research with university laboratory science in a unique model. This approach maximizes research impact while making efficient use of resources.

Our strategic partnership with UCF creates synergistic environments designed for different aspects of the research continuum. When research discoveries move seamlessly to patient care, kids benefit.

<b>91´óÉñ Children's Hospital, Florida</b><br>\r\n6535 91´óÉñ Parkway<br>\r\nOrlando, FL 32827</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Full-service&nbsp;<a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/locations/orlando-nemours-childrens-hospital.html\">children's hospital</a>&nbsp;serving as the primary clinical research hub.</li>\r\n<li>Specialized laboratory area for immediate specimen processing and long-term biobanking services on site.</li>\r\n<li>Strategic location in Lake Nona Medical City, close to UCF, VA Medical Center, and other research institutions, creating opportunities for meaningful collaboration.<b></b></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}} id=text-f242a62d2c class=cmp-text>

91´óÉñ Children's Hospital, Florida
6535 91´óÉñ Parkway
Orlando, FL 32827

• Full-serviceÌýchildren's hospitalÌýserving as the primary clinical research hub.
• Specialized laboratory area for immediate specimen processing and long-term biobanking services on site.
• Strategic location in Lake Nona Medical City, close to UCF, VA Medical Center, and other research institutions, creating opportunities for meaningful collaboration.

<b>Burnett Biomedical Sciences<br>\r\n</b>6900 Lake Nona Boulevard<br>\r\nOrlando, FL 32827</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>State-of-the-art 21,000 sq. ft. AAALAC-accredited vivarium with sophisticated environmental monitoring and individualized ventilation systems.</li>\r\n<li>Advanced imaging capabilities featuring the Bruker In-Vivo Xtreme II multimodal live animal imaging system for translational research.</li>\r\n<li>Specialized facilities for mouse and rat models with capacity for up to 1,400 cages per high-density room across eight animal housing rooms.</li>\r\n<li>Specialty rooms for surgical procedures, necropsy, and cryo/rederivation providing for complex experimental protocols and advanced transgenic mouse colony management.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}} id=text-3d6270846b class=cmp-text>

Burnett Biomedical Sciences
6900 Lake Nona Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32827

• State-of-the-art 21,000 sq. ft. AAALAC-accredited vivarium with sophisticated environmental monitoring and individualized ventilation systems.
• Advanced imaging capabilities featuring the Bruker In-Vivo Xtreme II multimodal live animal imaging system for translational research.
• Specialized facilities for mouse and rat models with capacity for up to 1,400 cages per high-density room across eight animal housing rooms.
• Specialty rooms for surgical procedures, necropsy, and cryo/rederivation providing for complex experimental protocols and advanced transgenic mouse colony management.

Central Florida research thrives within a dynamic collaborative framework that extends from our Lake Nona neighbors to global research network. This deliberate proximity to partners like UCF, VA Medical Center, and other research institutions creates unprecedented opportunities for innovation.</p>\r\n<p>We participate in specialized research networks and registries, connecting our local ecosystem to national and global research communities. This ensures our discoveries have the broadest possible impact.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-a9092ba8da class=cmp-text>

Central Florida research thrives within a dynamic collaborative framework that extends from our Lake Nona neighbors to global research network. This deliberate proximity to partners like UCF, VA Medical Center, and other research institutions creates unprecedented opportunities for innovation.

We participate in specialized research networks and registries, connecting our local ecosystem to national and global research communities. This ensures our discoveries have the broadest possible impact.

Our capabilities are enhanced through strategic regional partnerships that leverage Central Florida's unique research model:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www.ucf.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">University of Central Florida</a>&nbsp;— Our primary academic partner providing laboratory facilities, shared equipment access, education and research faculty collaborations at the Lake Nona campus</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www.bioflorida.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BioFlorida</a>&nbsp;— Connecting our researchers with Florida's life sciences industry for technology transfer and commercialization of pediatric innovations</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}} id=text-c51b6f42a9 class=cmp-text>

Our capabilities are enhanced through strategic regional partnerships that leverage Central Florida's unique research model:

• Ìý— Our primary academic partner providing laboratory facilities, shared equipment access, education and research faculty collaborations at the Lake Nona campus
• Ìý— Connecting our researchers with Florida's life sciences industry for technology transfer and commercialization of pediatric innovations

Our researchers lead and participate in specialized networks targeting conditions with significant impact on Florida's children:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www.improvecarenow.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Improve Care Now Registry</a>&nbsp;— Contributing Florida-specific inflammatory bowel disease data to enhance treatments for our demographically diverse patient population</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www.cff.org/researchers/therapeutics-development-network\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Therapeutics Development Network</a>&nbsp;— Serving as a key site for developing new therapies with particular attention to CF management in humid, warm climates&nbsp;</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www.mda.org/science/movr/information-for-the-neuromuscular-community\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Florida Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) MOVR Registry</a>&nbsp;— Collecting vital data on neuromuscular conditions with specialized expertise in SMA and DMD</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www.research.chop.edu/pkids\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pediatric KIDney Stone Network (PKids)</a>&nbsp;— Addressing the increased incidence of kidney stones in Florida's climate through specialized research</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}} id=text-246121d365 class=cmp-text>

Our researchers lead and participate in specialized networks targeting conditions with significant impact on Florida's children:

• Ìý— Contributing Florida-specific inflammatory bowel disease data to enhance treatments for our demographically diverse patient population
• Ìý— Serving as a key site for developing new therapies with particular attention to CF management in humid, warm climatesÌý
• Ìý— Collecting vital data on neuromuscular conditions with specialized expertise in SMA and DMD
• Ìý— Addressing the increased incidence of kidney stones in Florida's climate through specialized research