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UNITED WE CURE.

We’re Changing How Science Is Done Because Kids Can’t Wait

CBTN doesn’t wait for change—we drive it, turning global collaboration into faster discovery and better futures for children.

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UNITED WE CURE.

We’re Changing How Science Is Done Because Kids Can’t Wait

CBTN doesn’t wait for change—we drive it. Through a global network of scientists, clinicians, and advocates, we accelerate discovery, dismantle barriers, and deliver better outcomes, because every child deserves a future filled with possibility.

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MAKING THE IMPOSSIBLE POSSIBLE

Powered by the world’s most extensive collection of pediatric brain tumor biosamples, medical data, imaging, and preclinical models, CBTN breaks down research barriers and fuels global collaboration. With research hospitals contributing from every corner of the world and passionate family foundations standing behind our mission, we accelerate the discoveries that will change everything for children.

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patient & family participants

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countries represented

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biosamples

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investigators

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research projects

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scientific publications

Dr. Sarah Leary Appointed Co-Chair of Children’s Brain Tumor Network Executive Board

Dr. Sarah Leary Appointed Co-Chair of Children’s Brain Tumor Network Executive Board

Originally released on PRNewswire on September 22, 2026. National pediatric brain tumor leader to help guide CBTN’s evolution toward a continuously learning health system The Children’s Brain Tumor Network (CBTN) has appointed Sarah Leary, MD, MS, as Co-Chair of its Executive Board. Serving alongside Brian Rood, MD, she will help…
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Changing the Picture for Children with Brain Tumors

Changing the Picture for Children with Brain Tumors

A CBTN portrait of progress and the work still ahead for children and families. By Brian Rood, MD, Executive Co-Chair, CBTN Executive Board Childhood Cancer Awareness Month asks us to reflect on progress. At the Children’s Brain Tumor Network (CBTN), that reflection also strengthens our resolve. Children with brain tumors…
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Portraits of Progress: Closing the Distance Between Data, Care, and Cures

Portraits of Progress: Closing the Distance Between Data, Care, and Cures

Guest blog by Robert Martin, Founder and President, Bridge To A Cure Foundation and CBTN Executive Council Member Childhood Cancer Awareness Month calls us to recognize the children and families facing cancer, and to ask whether awareness is leading to the progress they urgently need. For me, that question is…
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