Leadership and support for research on intellectual disabilities
ADMIN CORE
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE · NIH-11184412
This study is all about helping researchers work together better to understand and improve resources for conditions like KDM5C disease, which affects intellectual disabilities, so that patients and their families can find more support and information.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BRONX, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11184412 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing strong scientific leadership and direction for the Rose F. Kennedy Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center (IDDRC) at Einstein/Montefiore. It involves overseeing various scientific cores that support research on conditions like KDM5C disease, which affects intellectual disabilities. The team actively promotes collaboration, monitors core utilization, and organizes events to disseminate findings and foster community engagement. Patients and families may benefit from improved understanding and resources related to communication disorders and other related conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include children aged 0-11 years, particularly those from minority backgrounds or with communication disorders.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 0-11 years or those without intellectual disabilities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the understanding and treatment options for children with intellectual disabilities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in similar areas of intellectual disabilities has shown promising results, indicating potential for impactful advancements.
Where this research is happening
BRONX, UNITED STATES
- ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE — BRONX, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: WALKLEY, STEVEN UPSHAW — ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
- Study coordinator: WALKLEY, STEVEN UPSHAW
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.