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“Everybody wants to know what is causing this perceived increase in autism,” says read more
Abstract: Parents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) experience a unique set of contextual challenges that may limit the effectiv... read more
Abstract: This study explored the use of continuous quality improvement (CQI) approaches in the Texas quality rating and improvement system (QRIS), Te... read more
Michael A. Assel, PhD, was recognized as the 2024 Robbin Parrish Award honoree by read more
Although autism is an extremely common disorder that affects millions of adults and children worldwide, there are still countless misconceptions surrounding the condit... read more
Abstract: Introduction: Secondary injury from traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an inflammatory process, peaking 72-96 hours after trauma and m... read more
Abstract: Autologous bone marrow mononuclear cells (BMMNCs) infused after severe traumatic brain injury have shown promise for treating the injury. W... read more
Abstract: In this article, we develop an analytical approach for estimating brain connectivity networks that accounts for subject heterogeneity. More... read more
Abstract: Background: Both transactional and common etiological models have been proposed as explanations of why externalizing behavior prob... read more
The Children’s Learning Institute at UTHealth Houston was named the recipient of the Innovations Award, presented by the National Workforce Registry Alliance, for th... read more
Since our inception, the Children’s Learning Institute (CLI) at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston... read more
Each year, the President’s Awards for Leadership recognize exceptional leaders from across UTHealth Houston who demonstrate consistent leadership through service, co... read more
Abstract: The unconsolidated motor and cognitive skills that are typical of the early childhood period place infants, toddlers, and preschoolers at r... read more
Abstract: Introduction: This article investigates an early STEM family engagement program offered during the pre-kindergarten (pre-k) year.... read more
Abstract: The purpose of this systematic observation study was to improve our understanding of small-group reading instruction for kindergarten stude... read more
CLI Co-Directors Recognized for Combination of Endowments
In this season of gratitude and giving, UTHealth Houston celebrated faculty endowment... read more
Abstract: Background: Paediatric acquired brain injury is a life-long condition which impacts on all facets of the individual’s lived expe... read more
In a state with more than 1.9 million young children, ensuring every child enters kindergarten ready is a daunting task. However, Texas School Ready is collaborating w... read more
Abstract: Emerging research has provided valuable insights into the structural characteristics of the bilingual brain from studies of bilingual adult... read more
Abstract: Children born preterm often face challenges with self-regulation during toddlerhood. This study examined the relationship between prematurit... read more
Book Abstract: This new reference provides a comprehensive overview of intellectual and developmental disabilities, incorporating multiple perspective... read more
Reach Out and Read, a national nonprofit leading the charge in promoting early chi... read more
KPRC 2 knows how important books and reading are for early childhood development.<... read more
Get Ready for a STEM-tastic Adventure at Children’s Museum Houston
Spark curiosity, fuel discovery, and dive into the ultimate STEM celebrati... read more
UTHealth Houston President’s Excellence in Postdoctoral Research Award
The 2023 President’s Excellence in Postdoctoral Research Symposium r... read more
The Children’s Learning Institute at the University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, is excited to announce that the Texas Early Childhood Professional Devel... read more
This past Fall, the Children’s Learning Institute (CLI) was awarded a grant from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) to develop a Texas School Ready Registered Appr... read more
Texas is home to over 3 million young children, yet not all children arrive at kindergarten with the skills they need to succeed. After 20 years, the Texas School Read... read more
Brain development is incredibly important in the first three years of a child’s life. Early learning experiences shape who children become, and in this critical phas... read more
Abstract: Adult verbal input occurs frequently during parent–child interactions. However, few studies have considered how parent language varies ac... read more
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports one in 44 children has been identified with autism spectrum disorder, which occurs in all racial, ethnic, and ... read more
Abstract: Young students at risk for reading difficulties are likely to have long-term reading difficulties if they are not provided with evidence-ba... read more
Abstract: Introduction: Early informal learning experiences are essential for sparking long-term interest in science, technology, engineeri... read more