PRETERM INFANT

This study looks at whether a special breathing support called NIV-NAVA, which works with a baby's own breathing efforts, can improve outcomes for very premature infants. Researchers will follow about 80 babies born between 27 and 31 weeks of pregnancy who need breathing help soo…

This study looks at a special nutrition plan for very premature babies (born before 32 weeks or weighing less than 3.3 pounds). The plan includes personalized breast milk feeding, extra zinc, and a nutrient called carnitine. Researchers want to see if this helps babies grow bette…

This study looks at how preterm and full-term babies adapt to noises and lights—a skill called habituation. Researchers will compare 70 infants near their due date to see if differences in this ability can help spot those at risk for developmental delays. The goal is to find earl…

This study looks at whether the sound of bubbles from a CPAP machine can help doctors know if enough air pressure is reaching a premature baby's lungs. Researchers will study 30 preterm infants in the NICU, recording bubble sounds and comparing them to actual pressure measurement…