L to R: Ann Klasner, Dan Reiff, Mary Silverberg, Alan Rogol, Zaki Yazdi, Kathryn Six and Michael StalveyThe UAB Department of Pediatrics hosted the 7th Annual Pediatric Science Day Thursday, March 3, 2022 as an opportunity to illustrate research activities in the department and support collaboration between young investigators. Presentation topics included clinical research, basic/translational research, clinical case reports, and quality improvement. 

This year, awards for Best Abstract were given in four categories: case report, clinical research, basic and translational research, and simulation, healthcare utilization, and quality improvement. The winners of these awards are listed below.

Case Reports

Daniel Reiff, M.D.
Fellow
Division of Pediatric Rheumatology

Title: A Rare STXBP2 Mutation in a Case of Severe COVID-19

Basic and Translational Research

Mary Silverberg, M.D.
Fellow
Division of Neonatology

Title: A Pseudo-humanized Mouse Model to Investigate Impact of the Oral Microbiota on Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia

Simulation, Healthcare Utilization, and Quality Improvement

Kathryn Six, M.D.
Fellow
Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

Title: Unplanned healthcare utilization in the first month after childhood cancer diagnosis

Clinical Research

Zaki Yazdi, M.D.
Fellow
Division of Neonatology

Title: Prevention of Severe Brain Injury in Very Preterm Neonates: A Quality Improvement Initiative