A Vibrant Scientific Community Producing Cutting-Edge Research

The Boston Children’s Hospital IDDRC is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through timely and efficient translation of Genetic, Genomic and Neuroscience research. IDDRC collaborations fuse the experience and expertise of our research investigators, world-class clinicians and the external IDD community.

IDDRC News & Events

SEMINARS & EVENTS

Oct 14-17 | Montreal, Canada

Child Neurology Society Annual Meeting 2026

Mark your calendars for October 14–17, 2026, as the Child Neurology Society convenes in Montréal, Québec, Canada, at the Palais des Congrès de Montréal. Join colleagues for four days of cutting-edge science, engaging sessions, and meaningful connections.

Mustafa Sahin, MD, PhD, named recipient of the Bernard Sachs Award

Congratulations to Dr. Mustafa Sahin on being named the 2026 recipient of the Bernard Sachs Award from the Child Neurology Society!

Dr. Jonathan Lipton Featured in BCH Magazine

Dr. Jonathan Lipton, featured in the Boston Children's Hospital Magazine (Winter 2026) is pioneering research on the impact of circadian rhythm disruptions on neurodevelopmental disorders. Through studying patients’ cells and sleep cycles, his team aims to predict developmental regression risks and develop tailored treatments. Their innovative work aspires to establish circadian medicine as a novel and impactful medical field.