Understanding early communication in children with tuberous sclerosis complex and its link to autism.
Early Communication in Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) and its Prediction of Autism
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCI CTR · NIH-11105881
This study is looking at how babies with tuberous sclerosis complex learn to communicate and how those skills might relate to the severity of autism, by watching videos of their vocal sounds and interactions over time.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCI CTR (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MEMPHIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11105881 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how early communication skills develop in infants with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) and how these skills may predict the severity of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The study will analyze audio-video recordings of infants to assess their vocal development and shared attention behaviors. By tracking these developmental milestones over time, researchers aim to identify key predictors of language outcomes and ASD severity. This approach combines various measurement techniques to provide a comprehensive understanding of language development in this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are infants aged 0-11 years diagnosed with tuberous sclerosis complex.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have tuberous sclerosis complex or are older than 11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved early interventions for children with TSC and ASD, enhancing their communication skills and overall development.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding language development in similar populations, indicating that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
MEMPHIS, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCI CTR — MEMPHIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GIPSON, TANJALA TRINETTE — UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCI CTR
- Study coordinator: GIPSON, TANJALA TRINETTE
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.
Conditions: autism spectral disorder, autism spectrum disorder, Autistic Disorder