Identifying early signs of language delays in young children
Official title: Early Predictors of Late Talking: EEG Trajectories and Psychosocial Profiles
Funded at Boston Children's Hospital · NIH-11030506 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how to spot early signs of language delays in kids aged 0-11, especially those who start talking later, by checking things like brain activity and how they interact with their parents, so we can help them get support sooner.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $489,500 |
| NIH project number | 1R21DC022337-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11030506 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years who exhibit late talking or are at risk for primary language impairment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not exhibit any signs of language delays or who are outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the early predictors of language delays in children aged 0-11 years, particularly focusing on late talking in toddlers. By analyzing existing data from longitudinal studies, the research will examine various factors, including EEG readings and psychosocial profiles, to identify children at risk for primary language impairment. The study aims to process EEG data and analyze parent-child interactions to better understand the early signs of language development issues. This approach seeks to provide insights that could lead to earlier interventions for affected children.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier identification and intervention for children at risk of language delays, improving their communication skills and overall development.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in identifying early predictors of language delays, but this specific approach utilizing EEG and psychosocial profiles is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Woodruff Carr, Kali L — Boston Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Woodruff Carr, Kali L
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.