Brain scans reveal why some kids gain weight

NCT ID NCT06861868

First seen Apr 17, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at why some children develop obesity by examining brain activity, eating behaviors, and genetics. Researchers will measure how kids' brains respond to food and how that relates to their weight. The goal is to find early clues that could lead to better ways to prevent or treat obesity in children.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Hugo W. Moser Research Institute at Kennedy Krieger, Inc.

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    Baltimore, Maryland, 21205, United States

  • Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

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    Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States

  • Rhode Island Hospital

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    Providence, Rhode Island, 02903, United States

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    Contact

  • University of Washington

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    Seattle, Washington, 98109, United States

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