Understanding the factors affecting sleep health in children
Official title: Defining Relationships of Early Mediators and Moderators of Sleep (DREAMS)
Funded at University of Cincinnati · NIH-10933840 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into why some kids don’t get enough sleep and how that affects their health and learning, especially for those from families facing tough challenges, so we can find better ways to help them sleep well.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Cincinnati NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cincinnati, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $752,991 |
| NIH project number | 1R01HL170100-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10933840 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years, particularly those from low-income families or facing other risk factors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not children or those without sleep health issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the causes of sleep deficiency in children and its impact on their health and learning. It aims to identify how socioecological factors, such as family income and mental health, contribute to sleep health disparities among children, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. The study will utilize a socioecological framework to analyze the relationships between these factors and early sleep health outcomes. By focusing on underdiagnosed issues in primary care, the research seeks to develop effective strategies and policies to improve sleep health in children.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved sleep health interventions for children, reducing disparities and enhancing their overall well-being.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing socioecological factors can significantly improve health outcomes, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bates, Randi — University of Cincinnati
- Study coordinator: Bates, Randi
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.