Investigating the genetic and brain mechanisms behind language disorders and sound learning in children.
Official title: The genomic and synaptic basis of language disorder and learned sound association
Funded at Columbia Univ New York Morningside · NIH-11071726 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how children with autism spectrum disorder learn to connect sounds with what happens around them, using both genetic information and experiments with mice, to help find better ways to support kids with language challenges.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia Univ New York Morningside NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $48,974 |
| NIH project number | 1F31DC022183-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11071726 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who exhibit language disorders or are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are older than 11 years or do not have language disorders or ASD may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding language disorders in children, particularly those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It combines advanced genetic analysis and behavioral neuroscience to explore how children learn to associate sounds with outcomes. By analyzing genetic data from large databases and conducting experiments with mouse models in a virtual reality setting, the study aims to uncover the underlying mechanisms of these disorders. This could lead to better identification and treatment strategies for affected children.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic tools and interventions for children with language disorders and ASD.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using genetic and behavioral approaches to understand language disorders, indicating that this study builds on established methodologies.
Where this research is happening
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Columbia Univ New York Morningside
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Narayanan, Shashaank — Columbia Univ New York Morningside
- Study coordinator: Narayanan, Shashaank
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.