In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, many research teams around the world focused on creating antibody tests to diagnose individuals who had SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Surprisingly, some researchers detected low levels of antibodies in many individuals who had never been exposed to the virus.
In 2016, BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute set out to become one of the top pediatric research institutes in North America. To achieve this, BCCHR set out their strategic initiatives to create innovative solutions to some of the biggest health problems.
Nurse turned clinical research coordinator Linda Warner has been named Gold Apple Health Care Hero by the 2020 BC Health Care Awards.
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Every day, our researchers are working towards breakthroughs to transform the lives of kids in British Columbia and around the world. Learn about the latest innovations and advancements in child health.