Dyslexia

This study investigates whether combining the medication lovastatin with intensive reading tutoring can improve reading abilities in children and young adults (ages 8-20) with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) who have reading disabilities. Participants first receive either lovastat…

This pilot study tests whether a non-invasive device that gently stimulates the vagus nerve through the ear can improve letter learning in 100 adolescents with dyslexia. Participants will learn new letter-sound relationships during six 30-minute sessions while receiving either ac…

This study tests a 22-week small-group program called Let's Know!2 for first graders with low language skills. The program uses fun lessons to build vocabulary and comprehension. Researchers will compare children who get the program to those who don't, tracking their progress thr…

This study follows children from kindergarten through first grade to understand how brain networks involved in reading, math, and executive function (thinking skills like attention and planning) interact to predict academic outcomes. Researchers will also see if these brain and c…

This study compares 6 months of group music activities versus circus activities in 200 infants (8-12 months old) with or without a family history of dyslexia. Researchers will measure language skills, brain responses to sounds, and social-emotional factors. The goal is to see if …

This study tests a computer program called GraphoLearn, designed to improve reading skills in children aged 6 to 10 with reading disabilities. Researchers will compare reading gains in children who use GraphoLearn versus those who use a math program. The goal is to see if the app…