Hugo W. Moser Research Institute At Kennedy Krieger, Inc.

This study is testing whether coaching parents through video calls is as effective as in-person coaching for improving social and communication skills in toddlers with autism or similar delays. Researchers will work with 188 families, providing twice-weekly coaching sessions for …

This study is testing a new online therapy program called DINOSAUR, designed to help reduce anxiety in young children (ages 4-6) who have autism. The program uses a form of talk therapy adapted for kids with autism and is delivered to families over video calls. Researchers want t…

This study is testing a non-invasive treatment called transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation (TSCS) for children with spinal cord injuries. It aims to see if placing gentle electrical pads on the back, combined with walking practice, is safe and can improve leg strength and walki…

This study aims to understand why children with Cornelia de Lange Syndrome (CdLS) develop challenging behaviors like self-injury and aggression, and to test a personalized treatment plan. Researchers will work with 20 children and their families, providing intensive assessment an…

This study tests whether a special virtual reality training program can help people with cerebellar ataxia improve their arm and hand control for daily activities. Eighteen participants will use VR headsets and motion sensors to practice reaching movements for 12 weeks, comparing…

This study is testing a new training method to help parents of infants with a brachial plexus birth injury (a nerve injury affecting the arm) perform daily stretching exercises. Researchers want to see if this specific training makes parents more confident and consistent with the…

This study aims to understand how our brains decide when a task feels 'too hard' or 'worth the effort.' Researchers will use brain scans and simple choice games with healthy adults to see how physical and mental fatigue change these decisions. The goal is to build basic knowledge…

This study aims to understand why people with Long COVID experience severe fatigue and brain fog. Researchers will use brain scans and grip strength tests to compare 200 people with Long COVID to healthy individuals. The goal is to learn how the brain processes effort and fatigue…

This study aims to understand how sleep patterns, daily physical activity, and natural body rhythms are connected to the different ways ADHD symptoms show up in children. Researchers will use wearable wristbands and brain scans to measure these factors in about 200 children, some…

This study aims to find the best way to remind families about their child's neurodevelopmental evaluation appointments to reduce missed visits. It will test different reminder messages and offer extra support from a patient navigator to families who are most likely to miss their …