Applications Now Open for the Child Health Research Awards Program

The Charles H. Hood Foundation is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the September 2026 funding cycle of the Child Health Research Awards Program, which supports early-career investigators pursuing innovative research to improve child health.

The Charles H. Hood Foundation Welcomes Dr. Camilia Martin as Chief Scientific Officer

Cami Martin, MD, MS, Chief Scientific Officer of the Charles Hood Foundation

The Charles H. Hood Foundation is delighted to announce that Camilia (“Cami”) R. Martin, MD, MS, has joined the Foundation as Chief Scientific Officer. In this leadership role, Dr. Martin will steward and advance the Hood Foundation’s child health research portfolio, overseeing pediatric research awards and serving as a strategic scientific partner across initiatives, including the Hood Pediatric Innovation Hub.

Hood Pediatric Innovation Hub Event Success!

We are so grateful for the enthusiastic response to this new initiative and very excited to continue exploring ways in which the Hub can help facilitate meaningful progress in pediatric innovation.

Explore the Frontiers of Pediatric Innovation Event

The Charles H. Hood Foundation, in collaboration with MIT, invites pioneers in Pediatric Innovation—students, clinicians, engineers, and visionaries from every discipline—to join us for a groundbreaking event Oct 23, 2025

Applications Open for January 2026 Hood Foundation Child Health Research Awards

The Charles H. Hood Foundation is now accepting applications for the Child Health Research Awards for the funding period beginning January 2026. The Foundation’s premiere program, the Child Health Research Awards, are granted twice a year to support early-career investigators in the New England area pursuing cutting-edge pediatric research. By focusing on high-risk, high-reward projects, […]

Announcing the July 2025 Child Health Research Award Recipients!

We’re thrilled to recognize the newest group of outstanding early-career investigators selected for the Charles H. Hood Foundation Child Health Research Awards. These five researchers are advancing innovative studies with the potential to transform pediatric health. 👏 Congratulations to our July 2025 Awardees: Dr. Madelaine AbelAssistant Professor of Psychology, Massachusetts General HospitalEvaluating the Effects of Self-Guided […]

Now Accepting Applications for July 2025 Child Health Research Awards

Applications are now being accepted for the next cycle of the Child Health Research Awards Program. Proposals are due 4/1/2025 for funding to begin 7/1/2025. Hypothesis-driven clinical, basic science, public health, health services research, and epidemiology projects are welcome for consideration. View the RFA and access all related materials here.