Physiological stress and behavior shaping Latino children's learning and health
Official title: A culturally informed model linking physiological stress regulation and behavioral and academic adjustment in Latin American children
Funded at University of Georgia · NIH-11413820 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This grant explores how stress regulation and behavior relate to how Latino children adapt and learn as they grow.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Georgia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Athens, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2022 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $579,108 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HD109163-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11413820 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are Latino children in early childhood who are navigating transitions in learning and behavior and whose families are willing to participate in long-term observations.
✕Less likely to help
Children who do not participate or who do not experience the targeted transitions may not directly benefit from this study.
What this research studies
The project follows Latino children to understand how their bodies’ stress responses connect with their behavior and school readiness over time. Researchers will collect observations, behavioral data, and biological indicators to map pathways from stress regulation to daytime functioning in real-life settings. By focusing on early childhood and development, the study aims to identify protective factors that support healthy transitions across learning and health outcomes. The work engages communities to ensure findings reflect real experiences of Latino families and can inform practical supports.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, findings could guide programs and policies to support healthier stress responses and better school readiness for Latino children.
How similar studies have gone: Prior studies show that early-life stress biology can relate to development, but this study proposes a culturally informed approach focused on Latino children, which is still building evidence.
Where this research is happening
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University of Georgia
Athens, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Suveg, Cynthia M — University of Georgia
- Study coordinator: Suveg, Cynthia M
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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.