Improving understanding of intellectual and developmental disabilities in children.
HUMAN CLINICAL PHENOTYPING CORE
This study is looking for families with children aged 0-11 who have conditions like ADHD or autism to help gather important information that can improve understanding and support for kids with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Albert Einstein College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bronx, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11184415 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Human Clinical Phenotyping Core aims to enhance research on intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs) by providing comprehensive recruitment and phenotyping services. This initiative focuses on children aged 0-11 years, particularly those with conditions like ADHD and autism. The core maintains a growing database that includes participant characteristics, clinical assessments, neuroimaging data, and genetic samples, making it easier for families to participate and for researchers to access valuable information. Additionally, the program emphasizes community outreach to ensure diverse participation in research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are children aged 0-11 years who are diagnosed with or show signs of intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 11 years or do not have any intellectual or developmental disabilities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and treatment options for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in similar approaches to phenotyping and community engagement in studies of developmental disabilities.
Where this research is happening
Bronx, United States
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine — Bronx, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Molholm, Sophie — Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Molholm, Sophie
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.