Improving access to genetic data for understanding child development
Official title: Enhancing and Archiving Genomic Data of the PSID Child Development Supplement
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10866950 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how genes and family life together affect children's health and behavior, and it's designed to help scientists better understand what makes kids thrive.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $156,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R03HD114686-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10866950 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years and their primary caregivers who are part of the PSID dataset.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are outside the age range of 0-11 years or not involved in the PSID dataset may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing and archiving genomic data collected from children and their caregivers as part of a long-term study on family dynamics and child development. By analyzing genetic information alongside social and behavioral data, the project aims to uncover how genetic factors influence health and behavior in children. The researchers will streamline the use of this extensive dataset, making it easier for scientists to conduct analyses and draw meaningful conclusions about child development and well-being. This initiative will ultimately support better understanding of the interplay between genetics and environmental factors in shaping childhood outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for promoting healthy development in children by understanding the genetic influences on their behavior and health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research utilizing genetic data in conjunction with social and behavioral studies has shown promising results, indicating that this approach is both viable and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zhao, Wei — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Zhao, Wei
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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.