Training for research on the fetal and neonatal brain
Clinical Pediatric Research Training for the Fetal-Neonatal Brain
This program is designed to help new doctors and researchers learn how to study and understand the special brain development challenges that premature babies face, so they can improve care in neonatal intensive care units.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10867481 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to address the lack of clinical research training in the field of fetal-neonatal neurology, focusing on the unique developmental challenges faced by the immature brain. Trainees, including medical and doctoral graduates, will undergo a two to three-year program at the Children's National Health System in Washington, D.C. They will learn to collect and analyze clinical data from neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) using advanced neurodiagnostic techniques. The training will be guided by experienced mentors in various specialties related to neonatal care and research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include infants and fetuses at risk for neurological issues due to genetic or environmental factors.
Not a fit: Patients who are older infants or those without neurological concerns may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of conditions affecting the fetal and neonatal brain.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific training program is novel, there is growing recognition of the importance of research in fetal-neonatal neurology, suggesting potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- Children's Research Institute — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Limperopoulos, Catherine — Children's Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Limperopoulos, Catherine
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.