Understanding how childhood experiences affect brain development in adolescents
Official title: RESEARCH SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE ADOLESCENT BRAIN COGNITIVE DEVELOPENT (ABCD) STUDY AND HEALTHY BRAIN & CHILD DEVELOPMENT (HBCD) STUDY
Funded at Iq Solutions, INC. · NIH-11196830 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The ABCD Study is looking at how different experiences in childhood, like playing sports or using social media, affect the brain and health of kids aged 9-10, so families and teachers can better support their growth into happy, healthy young adults.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Iq Solutions, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project start | September 27, 2024 |
| Project end | September 26, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $220,000 |
| NIH project number | 263201800055I-0-759502400003-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11196830 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are children aged 9-10 who are willing to engage in a long-term study of their brain development and health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not within the age range of 9-10 or those who are unable to participate in longitudinal studies may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study investigates the long-term effects of various childhood experiences on brain development and overall health in adolescents. Researchers are tracking the biological and behavioral development of 11,880 children aged 9-10 across the United States, using advanced technology to analyze how factors like sports, social media, and sleep patterns influence brain growth and social outcomes. This comprehensive approach aims to provide valuable insights for families, educators, and health professionals to support children's well-being as they grow into young adults.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for promoting healthy brain development and better outcomes for children as they transition into adolescence and adulthood.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in adolescent brain development has shown promising results, indicating that understanding the interplay of various childhood experiences can lead to significant advancements in promoting healthy development.
Where this research is happening
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Iq Solutions, INC.
Rockville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Quintas, Ileana — Iq Solutions, INC.
- Study coordinator: Quintas, Ileana
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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.