Training future researchers to improve understanding of learning disabilities

The CU Learning Disabilities (LD) Leadership Core: Scaffolding a Growing Center of Environmental LD Research and The Next generation of LD Scholars

NIH-funded research New York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC · NIH-10909872

This study is all about helping new scientists in neuroscience learn how to work with schools to better support kids with learning disabilities, so they can use their research to make a real difference in education.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionNew York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (New York, United States)
Project IDNIH-10909872 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on developing a leadership core that trains early career scientists in neuroscience to address learning disabilities (LD) through a collaborative approach with the educational system. Participants will engage in cutting-edge research while working closely with community practitioners to understand the needs of children facing learning challenges. The program emphasizes a bidirectional model, allowing researchers to translate their findings into practical applications that can benefit educators and policy-makers. By fostering connections between research and community needs, the initiative aims to enhance the effectiveness of educational practices for children with LD.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-21 who are experiencing learning difficulties and their families.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have learning disabilities or are outside the age range of 0-21 may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved educational strategies and interventions for children with learning disabilities.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in similar collaborative approaches that integrate community feedback into educational practices for children with learning disabilities.

Where this research is happening

New York, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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