Understanding brain and child development through a national consortium.
The Healthy Brain and Child Development National Consortium Administrative Core
This study is all about making sure we can include more families from different backgrounds in research about how kids grow and develop, by improving support for those helping with recruitment and making it easier for Spanish-speaking families to join in.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11169303 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the Healthy Brain and Child Development (HBCD) Study by improving recruitment and retention of participants, particularly in diverse demographics. It aims to strengthen the Study Navigator Program to ensure effective leadership and support at recruitment sites, enhance Spanish language and cultural components for better inclusion, and develop innovative strategies for participant recruitment. By addressing these operational gaps, the study seeks to gather comprehensive data on child development and brain health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include infants and children from diverse backgrounds, particularly those who may benefit from enhanced support in language and cultural representation.
Not a fit: Patients who are not infants or children, or those who do not meet the specific demographic criteria for the study may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and support for healthy brain development in children, benefiting future generations.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focusing on child development and brain health have shown success in improving outcomes through similar collaborative and inclusive approaches.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chambers, Christina — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Chambers, Christina
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.