Understanding how babies learn language and its impact on development
Early Neurodevelopmental Trajectories of Typical and Atypical Language Acquisition
This study is looking at how babies learn to understand language in their first year of life, focusing on how their brains react to different languages, and it aims to help kids with language delays, especially those with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11014409 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the early stages of language acquisition in infants, particularly focusing on how their brain processes language during the first year of life. By examining neural activity and connectivity related to language skills, the study aims to identify patterns that could predict language development outcomes. The research utilizes data from ongoing studies to explore how infants distinguish between native and non-native languages and how this affects their language skills as they grow. The findings could lead to improved interventions for children with language delays, especially those with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include infants under one year old, particularly those at risk for language delays or diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than one year or those without any language acquisition concerns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better early interventions for children with language impairments, improving their communication skills and social outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding language acquisition and its neural correlates, indicating that this approach has potential for significant insights.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wagner, Lauren E — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Wagner, Lauren E
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.