Understanding how prenatal experiences affect child brain development
6/6 HBCD Prenatal Experiences and Longitudinal Development (PRELUDE) Consortium Vanderbilt
This study is looking at how being exposed to substances like opioids before birth affects how children's brains develop as they grow up, and it's for families who want to help us learn more about how these early experiences influence kids' thinking, social skills, and emotions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10884227 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of prenatal exposure to substances like opioids on brain development in children from birth through childhood. By utilizing advanced neuroimaging techniques, the study aims to identify typical brain development trajectories and how various biological and environmental factors influence cognitive, social, and emotional growth. The research involves collaboration among multiple centers to ensure a comprehensive approach to understanding these complex interactions. Families participating will contribute to a better understanding of how prenatal experiences shape child development.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include pregnant women who have been exposed to opioids or other substances and their children.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or whose children are not exposed to substances may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved interventions and support for children affected by prenatal substance exposure.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding brain development through neuroimaging, but this specific approach focusing on high-risk populations is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Nashville, UNITED STATES
- Vanderbilt University — Nashville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cutting, Laurie E — Vanderbilt University
- Study coordinator: Cutting, Laurie 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.