Improving care and outcomes for newborns through collaborative research.

NICHD Neonatal Research Network (NRN): Clinical Centers (UG1 Clinical Trial Optional

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON · NIH-11074597

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

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON (nih funded)
Locations1 site (HOUSTON, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11074597 on ClinicalTrials.gov

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.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: 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.

Not a fit: Patients who are not newborns or those who do not require NICU care may not benefit from this research.

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 performed: 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

HOUSTON, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.