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Research subjects and participants
As the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children, our research attracts pioneering researchers in their fields. As researchers leap into the unknown, we work collaboratively with academic providers who translate innovative ideas, into new breakthroughs. We represent the most powerful concentration of pediatric research in the region.
A comic to educate children about clinical research
Sophie’s Science Project is a comic book designed to help teach children about medical research, was developed by Children’s Hospital Boston, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. The video was created by Thomas Naughton, from Harvard Catalyst.
Sophie's Science Project explores the nuances of research participation and describes the process of obtaining informed consent. It can be utilized as a resource for clinical research teams to share with study participants or presented in educational settings to inform children and families about the value of medical research in advancing human health.
Learn about research participation
Children's Wisconsin recognizes the importance of your decision to participate in a research study. Your participation is always voluntary and you may choose to discontinue your participation at any time. Your decision to participate will not affect your current or future relations with Children's Wisconsin.
The Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) works to protect the rights, welfare, and well-being of volunteers who participate in research supported by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
Questions and concerns
Questions, concerns, and even complaints may be raised by past, present, and potential research participants. Family members, study team members, and anyone else may also present their concerns.
If you have a concern about research involving human participants at Children's Wisconsin, please contact the Human Protections Administrator. You may also send a letter to:
Children's Wisconsin
Human Research Protection Program/Institutional Review Board
Attn: Human Protections Administrator
Children's Corporate Center
999 North 92nd Street, Suite #120
Milwaukee, WI 53226
If you provide your contact information and request a return call/email, an HRPP staff member will respond to you within one business day. You may also choose to remain anonymous.