Improving care and outcomes for newborns through collaborative research.
Official title: NICHD Neonatal Research Network (NRN): Clinical Centers (UG1 Clinical Trial Optional
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston · NIH-11074597 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving the care and health of newborns, and it's for families with babies in the NICU who want to help advance medical knowledge and practices for little ones.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $343,189 |
| NIH project number | 5UG1HD112093-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11074597 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are newborns admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) who are part of the diverse population served by the research centers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not newborns or those who do not require NICU care may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the care and outcomes for newborns by participating in the NICHD Neonatal Research Network. The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston will contribute to important clinical studies and explore collaborations with other medical centers. The research involves rigorous study designs, active follow-up programs, and mentorship for future clinical researchers. By enrolling a diverse population of newborns, the project aims to address significant clinical questions and improve neonatal care practices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for newborns and better neonatal care practices.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research within the NICHD Neonatal Research Network has shown success in improving neonatal care, indicating that this approach is built on established methodologies.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rysavy, Matthew Albert — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Rysavy, Matthew Albert
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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.