Improving how we measure children's cognitive skills over time
Improving precision in modeling childhood executive function trajectories using psychometrics
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI · NIH-10880567
This study is looking at how we can better understand important thinking skills in children that help them do well in school and get along with others, while also checking how things like lead exposure and family income might affect these skills as kids grow up.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10880567 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the measurement of executive functions in children, which are critical cognitive skills for their social and academic success. It aims to address challenges in accurately assessing these skills by using advanced statistical methods that combine results from multiple tasks. The study will also explore how various early life risk factors, such as lead exposure and socioeconomic status, can influence the development of these cognitive skills over time. By improving measurement techniques, the research seeks to provide a clearer understanding of how these factors affect children's executive functioning.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years, particularly those exposed to early life risk factors.
Not a fit: Children who are outside the age range of 0-11 years or who do not have any identified risk factors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better identification of children at risk for cognitive difficulties, allowing for earlier interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that using advanced statistical methods can improve the understanding of cognitive development in children, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LIU, SHELLEY HAN — ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI
- Study coordinator: LIU, SHELLEY HAN
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.