How puberty hormones affect brain development in youth
The Effect of Pubertal Hormones on the Development of Neural Oscillatory Dynamics in Youth
['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] · UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-11138379
This study is looking at how hormones that change during puberty, like DHEA, testosterone, and estradiol, affect how young people think and remember things, using brain scans to see how these changes might relate to mental health as they grow up.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (OMAHA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11138379 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of hormones like DHEA, testosterone, and estradiol during puberty and their effects on cognitive functions such as attention and memory in young people. By using advanced brain imaging techniques, the study aims to understand how these hormonal changes influence brain activity and cognitive development. The research will focus on different age groups, specifically children and adolescents, to explore the relationship between hormonal fluctuations and the emergence of psychiatric conditions during this critical developmental period.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are youth aged 0-20 years who are experiencing puberty.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 0-20 years or those not undergoing puberty may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and treatment of cognitive and psychiatric issues in adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the impact of hormones on brain development, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
OMAHA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER — OMAHA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KILLANIN, ABRAHAM — UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER
- Study coordinator: KILLANIN, ABRAHAM
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.