Understanding brain development issues in premature infants after birth
Impaired Brain Development in a Premature Ex-utero Environment
This study looks at how the brains of premature babies grow in special care after birth, aiming to find early signs of any problems that might affect their brain development, so we can improve their care and help them thrive.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10794266 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how premature infants' brains develop in an artificial environment outside the womb. It focuses on identifying early signs of brain development issues that may arise due to exposure to different conditions after birth, particularly related to blood circulation and oxygen levels. By comparing these developments to normal in-utero brain maturation, the study aims to uncover critical factors that contribute to long-term neuropsychological challenges in these infants. The findings could help improve care strategies for premature infants to support better brain development.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are premature infants who are receiving care in neonatal intensive care units.
Not a fit: Patients who were born at full term or those with no history of premature birth may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved interventions that enhance brain development in premature infants, potentially reducing long-term cognitive and developmental issues.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that understanding the environmental impacts on brain development in premature infants can lead to significant advancements in neonatal care.
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.