Center for Genetic Medicine Research
Eric P. Hoffman, PhD, Director, Center for Genetic Medicine Research. |
The Center for Genetic Medicine Research researches, diagnoses, and treats genetic disorders--diseases and conditions in children that are caused by inherited genes that don’t function normally. Founded in 1999, the Center emphasizes translational research (bench-to-bedside) and harnesses emerging technologies for genetic and proteomic analysis. Approximately 80 scientists (including 25 faculty) stress open, collaborative, multidisciplinary research.
Faculty
Center Director Eric P. Hoffman leads a collaborative research team that works with clinical and research programs throughout Children’s to investigate some of the most challenging pediatric disorders.
Disorders studied
Researchers at the Center for Genetic Medicine Research conduct basic and clinical research into some of childhood’s most well-known genetic disorders, including:
Core facilities
Several programs of this Center provide services and support to every faculty member conducting research at Children’s National Medical Center.
Translational research programs
Almost all of the Center’s programs combine basic, clinical, and/or community research, including studies of:
Research Studies
In an effort to better understand diseases and improve care for children, investigators at the Center for Genetic Medicine Research are actively recruiting volunteers for research studies on specific disorders, including:
- Neuromuscular disorders (Muscular dystrophies, white matter disease, others)
- Inborn errors of metabolism (urea cycle disorders, others)
- Lung disorders (asthma, others)
To find a research study, search our database, then send an e-mail to or call our research team at 202-476-2200 to begin the process of determining if your child qualifies for a research study. A member of Children's Research Institute will respond to your query within two business days.
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