Understanding factors that lead to myopia in children
Longitudinal evaluation of optical and neural factors leading to juvenile myopia
['FUNDING_R01'] · NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY · NIH-11064165
This study is looking at how the quality of what kids see and how their brains process those images might affect the development of nearsightedness (myopia) in children, and it’s for young kids who are at different risks for myopia; over three years, we’ll check in with them every six months to learn more about their vision and help find ways to prevent myopia in the future.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11064165 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how optical image quality and visual processing contribute to the development of myopia in children. By measuring these factors in young children at high and low risk for myopia over a three-year period, the study aims to identify critical elements that influence eye growth and vision. Children will undergo assessments every six months to track changes and gather data on their visual experiences. The goal is to inform future prevention strategies for myopia.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who are either at high risk or low risk for developing myopia.
Not a fit: Patients who are outside the age range of 0-11 years or who do not fall into the high or low-risk categories for myopia may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective prevention programs for myopia in children, potentially reducing the prevalence of this condition.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in understanding myopia development through similar longitudinal approaches, indicating potential for success in this study.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: VERA-DIAZ, FUENSANTA ASCENSION — NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY
- Study coordinator: VERA-DIAZ, FUENSANTA ASCENSION
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.
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