"Seeing my DNA sequence lit up on the building for the first time was a surreal moment," Ben said. "It gave me a sense of hope and is a way to show the entire community the important work that will be happening inside this new research institute."
Dr. Curran added the exterior of the building was designed with intention, "The DNA of our patients is a reminder of the work that is being done inside this amazing facility every single day and the difficult cases our researchers are trying to solve.
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The CMRI would not be possible without the generosity of the community. In 2018, the Hall Family Foundation and the Sunderland Foundation each donated $75 million to kickstart the construction of the new research building and the recruitment of top researchers. The combined $150 million donation is the largest one-time gift ever made to a children's hospital for pediatric research. Since then, hundreds of members of the community have joined their generosity and made this research investment a reality.
"I'm continuously amazed at the generosity of the Kansas City community. Because of these donors, world-changing discoveries are happening right here in Kansas City, shaping our city's future and the future of pediatric research," said Dr. Curran. "By doing this, we will accelerate the development of medical advances and transform the lives of children around the world."
About Children's Mercy
Founded in 1897, Children's Mercy is a leading independent children's health organization dedicated to holistic care, translational research, educating caregivers and breakthrough innovation to create a world of well-being for all children. With not-for-profit hospitals in Missouri and Kansas, and numerous specialty clinics in both states, Children's Mercy provides the highest level of care for children from birth through the age of 21. U.S. News & World Report has repeatedly ranked Children's Mercy as one of "America's Best Children's Hospitals." For the fifth consecutive time in a row, Children's Mercy has achieved Magnet nursing designation, awarded to only about 8% of all hospitals nationally, for excellence in quality care. More than 850 pediatric subspecialists, researchers and faculty across more than 40 subspecialties are actively involved in clinical care, pediatric research and education of the next generation of pediatric subspecialists. Thanks to generous philanthropic and volunteer support, Children's Mercy provides hope, comfort and the prospect of brighter tomorrows to every child who passes through its doors. Visit Children's Mercy and the Children's Mercy Research Institute to learn more, and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest news and videos.
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