News and Updates

Kennedy Krieger Institute's Chief Science Officer, Dr. Amy Bastian, Elected to National Academy of Sciences

Dr. Bastian's Appointment Marks a Significant Milestone as the First Kennedy Krieger Researcher to Receive This Honor

Kennedy Krieger Appoints Dr. Michelle Melicosta as Associate Chief Medical Officer

Will also serve as Vice President of Quality, Patient Safety and Professional Affairs.

Kennedy Krieger Institute Researchers Receive Launch Award From State to Study Rare Pediatric Leukodystrophy

Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission awarded $14.1 million in grants, including more than $350K to Kennedy Krieger, to promote innovative research.

Autism Increased Risk of COVID-19 Hospitalization or Mortality, According to New Research From Kennedy Krieger

Common co-morbidities with autism spectrum disorder contributed to less favorable outcomes for patients, the study said.

Kennedy Krieger to Open New Special Education School in Southern Maryland For Students, Kindergarten to High School

The new school will be located in St. Mary’s County and Is currently hiring educators and clinicians for this location.

Kennedy Krieger Institute Receives Circle of Honor Award For Program That Screens for Suicide Risk

Selected from a pool of 60 projects, the Institute program Is one of eight to be recognized by the Maryland Patient Safety Center.

Kennedy Krieger Institute Will Open a White Marsh Location for Its Innovative International Center for Spinal Cord Injury

Funded by the Robert I. Schattner Foundation, the newest center will increase patient access in northern parts of the state and surrounding areas.

Kennedy Krieger Wins Special Olympics Maryland's Golisano Leadership Award By Creating Young Athletes Screening Program

The award, presented at this year’s Maryland State Police Polar Bear Plunge, recognizes the Institute’s efforts to serve Special Olympics athletes statewide.

Kennedy Krieger Institute Receives $100,000 Gift in Memory of Former Chief Medical Officer

The money will support the next generation of pediatric neurologists at the Michael V. Johnston Center for Developmental Neuroscience.