SPR

Society for Pediatric Research

Our mission: Cultivate a diverse network of child health researchers through collaboration, community, mentorship, and advocacy.

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Explore the redesigned SPR Career Center 💼

The new site enhances how career opportunities are showcased through a unified Career Center page for members, and a dedicated employers page to better support recruiting institutions.

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SPR Best of Science Encore Presentation is happening this Thursday, June 25 at 1 pm CT

Hear from Young Investigator Award recipient, Emily Heikamp, MD, PhD, MSc, and New Member Outstanding Science Award recipient, Christopher Thom, MD, PhD

Register Now: https://t.co/zmaiM9Lqc7

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We're excited to introduce the 2026 new members, who bring fresh ideas, passion, and dedication to advancing child health.

Welcome, Kristy Murray, PhD, DVM, Swati Naik, MBBS, Margaret Nguyen, MD, and Jason Niehaus, MBA, MD!

Learn More: https://t.co/12UIdSykCC

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1️⃣ month remaining for 2027 SPR New Member Nominations!

Now more than ever, our impact grows through community. We invite you to nominate outstanding colleagues for SPR Membership through July 15.

Nominate Today: https://t.co/c0ExLHrqO8

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📣 Career Alert: Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is recruiting a Neonatology physician scientist for a senior faculty leadership role anchored by the Jean and George W. Brumley Jr. Endowed Chair in Neonatology.

Apply Today: https://t.co/Rh7VBb6gyH

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The energy, enthusiasm, and dedication of our volunteers are essential to the success of the @PASMeeting.

PAS 2027 Volunteer Opportunities:
Workshop Reviewer
Abstract Reviewer
Moderator/Discussant
MOC 2 Reviewer

Volunteer Today: https://t.co/o87Gyo7xh6

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Preparing a K Award? Join the SPR Grant Writing 101 Workshop📑

Led by Krithika Lingappan, MD, MS, PhD, Jill Maron, MD, MPH, & Lakshmi Raman, MD, this program provides targeted support to help you succeed in a competitive funding environment.

Apply Today: https://t.co/cj7hQZoDJ3

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Nominations are open for the 2027 Mary Ellen Avery Neonatal Research Award. Make your nomination of a pediatric investigator who has made important contributions to neonatal health through basic or translational research.

More Information: https://t.co/tVhWsuqTmr

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Don't miss the SPR Emerging to Established (E2E) Section and AMSPDC webinar happening tomorrow, June 17 at 3 pm CT

Building Your Mentorship Team: Thriving as a Mentee and Evolving as a Mentor

Register Now: https://t.co/X1vErRhHHV

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Join us June 25 at 1 pm CT for a special SPR Best of Science Encore Presentation, featuring SPR Young Investigator Award recipient, Emily Heikamp, MD, PhD, MSc, & SPR New Member Outstanding Science Award recipient, Christopher Thom, MD, PhD

Register Now: https://t.co/zmaiM9Lqc7

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There's less than 1 week left to submit nominations for the 2027 APS SPR Mary Ellen Avery Neonatal Research Award!

In honor of Dr. Avery, this award recognizes sustained excellence and contributions to neonatal health research.

Nominate Today: https://t.co/5vODM8mjov

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@Eastern_SPR @MidwestSpr @NeoTECaN @AAPSOPT @AmerAcadPeds We're looking forward to welcoming you! Learn more about membership: https://t.co/4KMs9GrrmY

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📄New Publication Alert: ER Triage for Children's Behavioral Health Too Often Wrong, Shows Bias - authors include SPR Members, Jennifer Hoffmann, MD, MS, Christina R. Rojas, MD, Jacqueline Grupp-Phelan, MD, MPH, & Elizabeth R. Alpern, MD, MSCE

Read More: https://t.co/Oi1HS8UoRS

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🚀 SPR’s invaluable Grant Writing 101 Workshop is now accepting applications! Led by the esteemed Krithika Lingappan, MD, MS, PhD @kdocneo ; Jill Maron, MD, MPH @BrownUniversity ; and Lakshmi Raman, MD @utswpediatrics. Apply by July 31, 2026!!

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Help us shape the future of pediatric research! 📢 SPR 2027 New Member Nominations are NOW OPEN. Submit your nominations before the July 15, 2026, deadline! @SocPedResearch @MidwestSpr @NeoTECaN @AAPSOPT @AmerAcadPeds

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There are less than 2 weeks left to submit nominations for the 2027 APS SPR Mary Ellen Avery Neonatal Research Award!

In honor of Dr. Avery, this award recognizes sustained excellence and contributions to neonatal health research.

Nominate Today: https://t.co/5vODM8mjov

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We're excited to introduce the 2026 new members, who bring fresh ideas, passion, and dedication to advancing child health.

Welcome, Kera McNelis, MD, MS, Ulrike Mietzsch, MD, Kate Millington, MD, and John Morrison, MD, PhD!

Learn More: https://t.co/7rHMz6JWit

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Katherine Bline, MD, was named a 2026-2027 Fulbright Scholar. This prestigious honor recognizes scientific excellence & commitment to improving child health worldwide.

Dr. Bline will teach and advance research on the immune response to pediatric tuberculosis in Malawi, Africa.

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Don't miss the 2025-2026 APS SPR Journeys Program Closing Plenary happening tomorrow, June 12 at 10 am CT

Hear from keynote speaker, Steven Miller, MDCM, MAS, FRCPC, University of British Columbia, on Joy & Drive in Pediatric Research.

Register Today: https://t.co/QHeMfHMrkN

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💻 MSPR webinar, How to Grow Your National Reputation, is happening TODAY at 2 pm CT

Hear from Carla Nester, MD, MSA, FASN, on strategies to navigate scientific meetings, build professional networks, and effectively leverage social media.

Register Now: https://t.co/XrNPegKEey