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Machine learning tool helps pediatricians predict asthma in young children

IU School of Medicine researchers found that a machine learning tool significantly improved pediatricians' accuracy in predicting which children would develop asthma, particularly for those at high risk.

Jackie Maupin  | Sep 29, 2026
Kelly Donahue. | Photo courtesy Kelly Donahue

Suicide Prevention: Pediatric psychologist shares important message for caregivers across Indiana

Pediatric psychologist Kelly Donahue shares suicide prevention tips for caregivers.

Salem Lucas
Young girl receiving asthma inhaler instructions from her doctor in an office setting.

Specialized clinic care makes a significant difference in high-risk pediatric asthma

IU research revealed high-risk asthma clinics reduce severe attacks by 36%, yet many children face a two- to three-year delay in enrollment despite early warning

Jackie Maupin
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IU scientist progressing next-generation gene therapy using new delivery system for Duchenne muscular dystrophy

With new funding, Renzhi Han, PhD and his lab are exploring the feasibility of delivering full-length dystrophin as a potential therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

Katelyn M Stewart
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30-year career pediatrician shares tips and tricks for back-to-school transitions

Billy Beechler shares his expertise in child development to set parents and caregivers up for success

Salem Lucas
Rishabh Rajesh working with samples at a bench in a research lab.

Summer highlights from undergraduate biomedical research interns

Undergraduate students who participate in the Wells Center Summer Internship and the Medical Physician Engineers, Scientists and Clinicians Preparatory programs learn from experts at IU

Jackie Maupin
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IU clinical trial shows non-invasive breathing support for newborns can help lower NICU admissions

A multicenter randomized trial found that a low-cost, simple and widely available intervention could help preterm infants around the world.

Jacob Keith
A mother helping her young son administer an inhaler device.

Earlier combination inhalers linked to fewer severe asthma attacks in high-risk preschoolers

A study from IU researchers suggests that preschool-aged children with high-risk asthma could benefit from starting combination inhaler therapy earlier than current age-based guidelines recommend.

Jackie Maupin
Stephan Viehweg. | Photo courtesy of Stephan Viehweg

Social worker dedicates his career to changing the lives of Indiana children

Stephan Viehweg, MSW, LCSW, has spent nearly 40 years shaping social work at the IU School of Medicine while advancing children’s futures across Indiana.

Salem Lucas
Dr. Jignesh Tailor with Cecilia Crockett in the clinic

A legacy of hope: Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Research Fund drives discovery for rare childhood brain tumors

In honor of Cecilia Crockett, the Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Research Fund supports research aimed at understanding how pediatric brain tumors form, evolve and resist treatment.

Allie Northcutt