Effects of HIV exposure on brain development in children
Long-term neurocognitive outcomes of HIV-exposed uninfected children
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND BALTIMORE · NIH-11011975
This study looks at how being exposed to HIV before birth affects the brain development of children who are not infected, and it follows moms and their kids over five years to see how different treatments and other factors might influence the kids' growth and learning.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND BALTIMORE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11011975 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term neurocognitive outcomes of children who were exposed to HIV in utero but are uninfected themselves. The study follows a cohort of mothers and their infants over a five-year period, assessing various factors that may influence child development, including biological and psychosocial elements. By comparing children born to HIV-positive mothers with different treatment histories, the research aims to understand how these factors affect neurocognitive growth in early childhood.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-5 years who were exposed to HIV during pregnancy but are not infected themselves.
Not a fit: Patients who are HIV-positive or those who do not fall within the specified age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and interventions for the neurodevelopmental needs of HIV-exposed uninfected children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the impacts of HIV exposure on child development, making this study a continuation of important work in this area.
Where this research is happening
BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND BALTIMORE — BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LAUFER, MIRIAM K. — UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND BALTIMORE
- Study coordinator: LAUFER, MIRIAM K.
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.
Conditions: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Virus, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Virus