Baby brain scans could predict language delays before toddlerhood

NCT ID NCT07531706

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: IRCCS Eugenio Medea Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how 8-month-old babies' brains process speech sounds, using a non-invasive EEG cap. Researchers want to see if differences in brain activity can predict language skills at 18 months, especially in infants with a family history of language or learning disorders. The goal is to find early markers for language delays, not to test a treatment.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help identify early signs of language delays in infants, allowing for earlier support and intervention.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find clear links between brain activity and later language skills, and results may not apply to all infants.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Language Development Disorders language disorder

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INFANT DEVELOPMENT INFANT DEVELOPMENTAL ASSESSMENT LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT DISORDERS

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IRCCS Eugenio Medea Associazione La nostra famiglia
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Bosisio Parini, Lecco, 23842, Italy

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