NEONATAL

This study looks at whether giving platelet transfusions only when platelet levels are very low is better for extremely premature babies (born at 23-26 weeks) than giving them at a higher threshold. About 2,400 infants will be enrolled within 48 hours of birth. The goal is to see…

This study tests whether giving newborns a plasma transfusion from a person who recently recovered from chikungunya can prevent severe brain inflammation (encephalitis) in babies whose mothers had the infection around the time of birth. About 60 newborns will receive the plasma a…

This study aims to find the normal levels of certain brain proteins in healthy full-term newborns. Researchers will collect blood samples from 150 babies to create a reference range. This will help doctors better detect brain injuries and developmental disorders early in life.

This study aims to translate and test a special newborn neurological exam, called the Hammersmith Neonatal Neurological Examination (HNNE), for use with high-risk babies in Turkey. Researchers will check if the Turkish version is accurate and reliable by testing it on 120 infants…

This study looks at whether mindfulness and meditation techniques can help mothers of premature babies in the NICU produce more breastmilk and feel less stressed. About 40 mothers will learn mindfulness practices and researchers will measure milk volume, stress hormones, and bond…