
Hood Pediatric Innovation Hub

The Hood Pediatric Innovation Hub aims to break down barriers to pediatric innovation and foster transformative research to improve children’s health outcomes.
Despite making up a significant portion of the global population, children have been largely underserved when it comes to medical innovation, leaving immense gaps in care.
MIT in collaboration with the Charles H. Hood Foundation, has established the Hood Pediatric Innovation Hub, an ambitious effort designed to drive cutting-edge innovation in children’s health care. The Hub will focus on addressing unmet needs in pediatric medicine by developing technologies and treatments tailored specifically to children.

MIT- Hood Pediatric Innovation 2025
Pioneers in Pediatric Innovation — students, clinicians, engineers, and visionaries from every discipline are invited to join us at an event where we will explore the frontiers of Pediatric Innovation.
Our program will feature Innovation leaders who will provide perspectives and insights from multiple disciplines including: Emerging Technology, Economics, Education, Policy and Patient Advocacy.
October 23, 2025 Museum of Science, Boston
Space is Limited!
MIT-Hood Pediatric Innovation 2025!
Defining the Future of Pediatric Healthcare Technology and Innovation
We look forward to welcoming you to the event, where we’ll showcase cutting-edge technologies and insights from innovators and policymakers who are shaping the future of children’s health care.
Event Highlights
✨ Unveiling the MIT–Hood Pediatric Innovation Hub
Kick off the day with an inside look at our mission to drive the future of children’s healthcare.
🚀 Breakthrough Technologies
Discover game-changing innovations on the cutting edge of healthcare.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
Connect with innovators, clinicians, researchers, and leaders shaping the future.
🌍 Policy & Culture in Action
Explore how policy, culture, and advocacy can accelerate pediatric innovation.
🎤 Keynote Address
Hear from a visionary leader who is helping to redefine what’s possible in pediatric healthcare.
🏛 Public Policy in support of Pediatric Innovation
Learn how government and institutions are working to support children’s health.
💡 Innovators Forum
Candid conversations from the field:
- Success and Failure: Close Companions in Innovation
- Insights from the Front Lines of Pediatric Innovation
We’ll share our full agenda soon!