Good Nights Sleep for Kids and Parents
Official title: Good Nights Sleep Program: A Randomized Clinical Trial to Improve Children's and Parents' Sleep
Funded at Auburn University at Auburn · NIH-11450613 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A randomized trial at a US university to help families with 0-11 year olds sleep better by improving sleep habits and the sleep environment, especially in low-income households.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Auburn University at Auburn NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Auburn, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 7, 2026 |
| Project end | May 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $719,212 |
| NIH project number | 1R01MD020839-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11450613 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Families with children aged 0-11 years experiencing sleep problems, particularly in low-income settings.
✕Less likely to help
Families without significant sleep disruption or those unable to implement changes may see limited benefit.
What this research studies
This project tests a family-centered approach to sleep health, focusing on both children and parents in low-income families. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive sleep hygiene guidance and environmental adjustments or standard information, with outcomes tracked over time. The study aims to understand how changing bedtime routines and home conditions can improve sleep duration and quality for both child and parent, and how these changes relate to health and daily functioning. It emphasizes tailoring strategies to the unique needs of parent-child pairs rather than a one-size-fits-all method.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, families could sleep longer and more consistently, with downstream benefits to mood, attention, and overall health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous sleep interventions show promise when tailored to families, but this study adds dyadic customization and environmental targeting.
Where this research is happening
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Auburn University at Auburn
Auburn, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gillis, Brian Timothy — Auburn University at Auburn
- Study coordinator: Gillis, Brian Timothy
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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.