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Ethiopian child brain study aims to map healthy development

NCT ID NCT06648863

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This completed study looked at how the brain and behavior normally develop in 471 healthy children aged 6 months to 5 years living in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia. Researchers used a portable MRI scanner and age-appropriate tests to measure brain volume, early learning skills, and social behavior. They also surveyed mothers about mental health, home environment, and family stress to understand what influences child development.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could provide a clearer picture of typical child development in this region, helping to identify factors that support healthy growth.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly change health outcomes. Results may not apply to other populations.

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Study facts

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Participants

471 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2024

Finished

Dec 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Children will be identified at rural health centers, outpatient vaccination clinics or campaigns, and other health facilities around Bahir Dar, Amhara, Ethiopia.

Ages

6 to 60 months

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children living in Bahir Dar town with parents who are willing and able to travel to Felege Hiwot Regional Hospital clinic for study visits * Healthy child without active clinical symptoms/complaints * Child within specified age ranges for each cohort/group (+/- 2 months) Exclusion Criteria: * Child born with a severe congenital birth defect or hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (birth asphyxia) per maternal report * Severe developmental or behavioral disorder per maternal report * Severe illness/clinical signs or symptoms of illness based on maternal and child report (including vomiting, headache, or seizures) * Plans to move out of catchment area in less than 1 year

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Conditions

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developmental disability Social Behavior

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Behavior, social Development, child

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Health Center

    Bahir Dar, Addis, Ethiopia

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