The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) follows a prioritization process to identify pediatric therapeutics and indications in need of study. Several experts assist with the prioritization, and there is an opportunity for public comment.

Criteria include:

• Current gaps in available evidence
• Potential impact on children, society, and delivery of care

BPCA Priority Lists

Using the priority list, PTN investigators can submit a proposal to the PTN. The PTN follows this process to evaluate proposals, coordinate protocol development, and submit proposals to the NIH. If awarded, the PTN works with its sites to conduct the research.