Improving children's physical activity and literacy at school and home
Supporting Physical Literacy at School and Home (SPLASH) Study
This study is all about helping girls aged 0-11 who are overweight or obese become more active and enjoy physical activities at school and home, with support from Tufts University and the New York Road Runners.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Tufts University Boston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11042248 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance physical literacy among children aged 0-11 by implementing a program that encourages physical activity both at school and at home. The study focuses on children who are female and overweight or obese, as they are particularly affected by low levels of physical activity. By partnering with Tufts University and the New York Road Runners, the program will be designed to increase children's competence, confidence, and motivation to be active. The effectiveness of this multilevel intervention will be evaluated through pilot testing and feedback from participants.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11, particularly those who are female and overweight or obese.
Not a fit: Children who are already meeting or exceeding the recommended levels of physical activity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase physical activity levels in children, leading to improved health outcomes and reduced obesity rates.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that school- and home-based interventions can effectively increase physical activity among children, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Tufts University Boston — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hennessy, Erin — Tufts University Boston
- Study coordinator: Hennessy, Erin
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.