How early motor experiences affect infants with Down syndrome
Role of early motor experience in infants with Down syndrome
This study looks at how helping babies with Down syndrome improve their movement skills, like walking and grabbing, can boost their thinking and talking abilities, so we can find better ways to support their learning.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Georgia State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10284690 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how early motor experiences, such as walking and grasping, influence the development of cognitive and language skills in infants with Down syndrome. By examining the relationship between gross and fine motor skills and overall development, the study aims to identify effective intervention strategies that can enhance learning outcomes. The research will involve infants with Down syndrome participating in activities designed to improve their motor skills, while assessing the impact on their cognitive and language abilities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are infants diagnosed with Down syndrome, particularly those under the age of 2.
Not a fit: Patients who are not infants or those without a diagnosis of Down syndrome may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved developmental outcomes for infants with Down syndrome by informing targeted intervention strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown positive outcomes in motor development interventions for infants with Down syndrome, suggesting that this approach may yield beneficial results.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Georgia State University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wu, Jianhua — Georgia State University
- Study coordinator: Wu, Jianhua
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.