Detecting serious health conditions in newborns early on
Official title: SUPPORT FOR THE NEWBORN SCREENING PILOT STUDIES RELATED ACTIVITIES
Funded at Emory University · NIH-11196157 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure that newborns are checked for serious health conditions early on, so they can get the help they need right away, even if they seem healthy at first.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | September 28, 2021 |
| Project end | September 27, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,500 |
| NIH project number | 75N94021D00017-P00003-759402100001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11196157 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are newborns, particularly those within the first few weeks of life, who are undergoing routine screening.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are older than 4 weeks or those who have already been diagnosed with the conditions targeted by the screening may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving newborn screening processes to identify potentially fatal or disabling conditions in infants, allowing for early treatment while the child is still asymptomatic. By following established guidelines from the American College of Medical Genetics, the project aims to enhance the detection of core and secondary conditions that could lead to severe health issues if left untreated. The methodology involves evaluating existing screening protocols and potentially expanding the list of conditions screened to include more rare disorders. The goal is to ensure that all newborns receive timely interventions that can significantly improve their health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment of serious health conditions in newborns, significantly improving their long-term health and development.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in improving health outcomes through early newborn screening, making this approach both validated and essential.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wilcox, William — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Wilcox, William
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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.