A center focused on improving brain health in children.
Center for Pediatric Brain Health
This study is all about creating a special center to help kids with brain health by bringing together researchers and doctors who want to learn more and find better treatments, while also connecting with families to support their needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Father Flanagan's Boys' Home NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boys Town, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11021057 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research initiative aims to establish a Center for Pediatric Brain Health at Boys Town National Research Hospital, focusing on developmental neuroimaging and pediatric neuroscience. The center will provide essential resources, mentorship, and training opportunities for researchers and clinicians dedicated to understanding and improving brain health in children. It will also create a participant registry and community outreach programs to engage families and support research efforts. By fostering collaboration among pediatric neuroscientists, the center seeks to advance knowledge and treatment options for brain health in children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are children aged 0-11 years who may be experiencing developmental or neurological concerns.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 0-11 years or those with unrelated neurological conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of brain health issues in children.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives in pediatric neuroscience have shown promise in improving outcomes for children with brain health issues, indicating a potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Boys Town, United States
- Father Flanagan's Boys' Home — Boys Town, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wilson, Tony W — Father Flanagan's Boys' Home
- Study coordinator: Wilson, Tony W
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.