Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute

This study looked at how to best prepare blood platelets so scientists can accurately measure their mitochondria—the tiny powerhouses inside cells. Sixteen healthy adults aged 25-35 gave blood samples after fasting. The goal was to make sure lab procedures give reliable results, …

This study tested whether children as young as 6 months old can have a brain MRI scan without being sedated. Usually, young kids need medicine to keep them still for the scan, but this research tried a different approach. 23 healthy children took part to see if it's possible to g…

This study followed 600 healthy infants from 2 months to 6 years old to see how being fed mostly breast milk, milk-based formula, or soy-based formula affects their growth, body composition, and brain development. Researchers measured physical growth and thinking skills over time…

This study looked at whether providing healthy, Mediterranean-style meals to obese mothers who are breastfeeding can change the fat content of their breast milk. 32 moms received these meals for 4 weeks, and researchers measured changes in their milk and their babies' growth. The…

This study looked at whether isometric exercises (like squats and planks) or aerobic exercises (like running) are better at improving blood pressure in teenagers aged 13 to 17.5 who are overweight or have obesity. 38 teens participated, each doing one type of exercise and having …

This study follows 191 healthy teens who were part of the Beginnings study as babies. Researchers want to see if early infant diet influences growth and development at age 14. Participants will have their body composition measured. No treatment or medication is involved.