Understanding brain development and health in children and adolescents
16/21 ABCD-USA CONSORTIUM: RESEARCH PROJECT SITE AT UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
The ABCD-USA study at the University of Rochester is looking at how kids' brains grow and change from ages 9 to young adulthood, and it's for children and their families who want to help us understand how different life experiences affect brain health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11078230 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The ABCD-USA Consortium at the University of Rochester investigates how brain development and health evolve in children and adolescents. This research follows a large group of participants aged 9-10 years over several years, conducting regular assessments that include brain imaging, neuropsychological tests, and evaluations of mental and physical health. By tracking these young individuals through adolescence into young adulthood, the study aims to uncover the effects of various life experiences on brain development. Participants and their families are engaged through minimal-burden assessments, ensuring high retention rates throughout the study.
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 not within the age range of 9-10 years or those who cannot commit to long-term follow-up assessments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding of adolescent brain development, potentially informing interventions for mental health and substance use issues.
How similar studies have performed: Other large-scale studies on brain development have shown success in understanding cognitive and behavioral outcomes, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- University of Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Foxe, John J — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Foxe, John J
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.