How environmental factors affect the growth and energy use in school-age children
The impact of environmental enteric dysfunction on the growth and energy expenditure of school-age children: analysis of unique longitudinal data and finger-prick dried blood spot biomarkers
['FUNDING_R15'] · BAYLOR UNIVERSITY · NIH-10437220
This study is looking at how environmental enteric dysfunction (EED) affects the growth and energy levels of school-age children by using small blood samples to find markers of the condition, helping us learn more about its long-term impact on kids' health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R15'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BAYLOR UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (WACO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10437220 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates environmental enteric dysfunction (EED), a condition affecting the small intestine that can hinder growth in children. By using minimally invasive finger-prick dried blood samples, the study aims to identify biomarkers of EED and assess its impact on the growth and energy expenditure of school-age children. The research will analyze unique longitudinal data to understand how EED influences children's health over time. This approach seeks to fill critical gaps in knowledge regarding the long-term effects of EED beyond early childhood.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are school-age children who may be affected by environmental enteric dysfunction.
Not a fit: Patients who are not school-age children or those without signs of environmental enteric dysfunction may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and interventions for childhood growth issues linked to environmental factors.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific focus on EED's impact on older children is novel, related research has shown success in understanding childhood nutrition and growth.
Where this research is happening
WACO, UNITED STATES
- BAYLOR UNIVERSITY — WACO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: URLACHER, SAMUEL S — BAYLOR UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: URLACHER, SAMUEL S
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.
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