Tiny brains, big insights: how premature infants' brain waves reveal early development
NCT ID NCT03677908
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at brain wave patterns in 28 healthy premature infants born between 26 and 32 weeks of pregnancy. Researchers used EEG to measure a specific type of brain activity called temporal theta slow-wave activity. The goal was to understand where this activity comes from in the brain and whether it happens on its own or only in response to sounds. This is an observational study, not a treatment trial.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this research could help doctors better understand how the brains of premature babies develop, potentially leading to earlier detection of developmental issues.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, observational study with only 28 infants. It does not test any treatment, so it cannot directly improve health outcomes. Results may not apply to all premature infants.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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28 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jul 2016
- Finished
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Jan 2017
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
28 healthy premature infants follow-up between the Gestational Ages of 26 and 32 wGA between December 2014 and June 2015. These infants were divided into two groups accord- ing to age (26-30 wGA and 30-32 wGA).
- Ages
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * healthy premature infants * Gestational Ages of 26 and 32 wGA Exclusion Criteria: * unhealthy premature infants
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Study site
Amiens, 80054, France
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