How caregivers affect memory and arousal in toddlers
Official title: Caregiver influences on item-context memory and arousal in toddlers
Funded at Columbia Univ New York Morningside · NIH-10997094 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how caregivers help toddlers remember things and feel emotions, using cool technology to see how their interactions can boost memory and learning in young kids.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia Univ New York Morningside NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | November 1, 2024 |
| Project end | October 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $73,828 |
| NIH project number | 1F32HD114417-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10997094 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are toddlers aged 0-4 years who are in regular contact with caregivers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are older than 4 years or those without regular caregiver interactions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how the presence and behavior of caregivers influence memory formation and emotional arousal in toddlers. By using advanced techniques such as eye-tracking and fMRI, the study aims to understand the role of caregivers in shaping early memories and cognitive development. The research focuses on toddlers, exploring how their interactions with caregivers can enhance their ability to remember contextual information. This work is led by experts in developmental neuroscience and neurobehavioral research, ensuring a thorough and insightful approach to the topic.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for enhancing cognitive development in young children through caregiver interactions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that caregiver interactions significantly impact early cognitive development, suggesting that this approach is grounded in established findings.
Where this research is happening
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Columbia Univ New York Morningside
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yates, Tristan Skye — Columbia Univ New York Morningside
- Study coordinator: Yates, Tristan Skye
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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.