Inside the teenage brain: new study scans kids to map puberty changes
NCT ID NCT06912724
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study will use advanced MRI scans to look at how the brain's white matter changes as children go through puberty. Researchers will enroll 80 healthy kids aged 9 to 14 and track their physical development alongside brain imaging. The goal is to better understand normal brain development during this important life stage.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help scientists better understand how the brain develops during puberty, which may inform future research on adolescent health.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 80 participants. It is not testing a treatment, so it won't directly lead to new therapies. The results may not apply to all children.
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National Institute of Aging, Clinical Research Unit
RECRUITINGBaltimore, Maryland, 21224, United States
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