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Engaging children and adolescents in the design and conduct of paediatric research

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Published on: November 11, 2024

Published in: Frontiers in Pediatrics

Description: A recent Frontiers in Pediatrics article, co-authored by Barbara Bierer and Elisa Koppelman of the MRCT Center, emphasizes the importance of directly involving children and adolescents in pediatric research design and execution, highlighting the benefits of incorporating their perspectives alongside those of parents and guardians. The authors provide theoretical, ethical, and practical recommendations for systematically engaging young participants to enhance the relevance and effectiveness of clinical studies.