Long-term study of brain development and health in children and adolescents
19/21 ABCD-USA CONSORTIUM: RESEARCH PROJECT SITE AT UVM
The ABCD-USA study at the University of Vermont is looking for kids aged 9-10 to join a friendly research project that will follow them as they grow up, helping us learn how different experiences affect their brain development and overall health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Vermont & St Agric College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Burlington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11078356 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The ABCD-USA Consortium at the University of Vermont is conducting a large-scale study to track the brain development and health of children and adolescents. This research involves enrolling participants aged 9-10 years and following them through adolescence into young adulthood. Participants undergo comprehensive assessments, including brain imaging and evaluations of mental and physical health, substance use, and environmental factors. The study aims to understand how various experiences impact brain development over time, with regular follow-ups to monitor changes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 9-10 years who are willing to participate in long-term assessments.
Not a fit: Patients who are outside the age range of 9-10 years or those who are not interested in participating in a long-term study may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide valuable insights into brain development and inform interventions to promote healthier outcomes for youth.
How similar studies have performed: Other large-scale studies on brain development have shown success in understanding youth development, making this approach both promising and well-supported by previous research.
Where this research is happening
Burlington, United States
- University of Vermont & St Agric College — Burlington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Garavan, Hugh P. — University of Vermont & St Agric College
- Study coordinator: Garavan, Hugh P.
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.