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“Everybody wants to know what is causing this perceived increase in autism,” says Cathy Guttentag, PhD, a child psychologist and associate professor of pediatrics at...
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Abstract: Background: Brain injury (BI) is the largest cause of mortality and morbidity among children and can lead to significant cognitive, social, emotional and behav...
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Abstract: Parents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) experience a unique set of contextual challenges that may limit the effectiveness of traditional...
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Abstract: This study explored the use of continuous quality improvement (CQI) approaches in the Texas quality rating and improvement system (QRIS), Texas Rising Star. CQI...
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Michael A. Assel, PhD, was recognized as the 2024 Robbin Parrish Award honoree by The Parish School during their 16th Annual “Giving Voice to Children” Luncheon.
Sinc...
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Although autism is an extremely common disorder that affects millions of adults and children worldwide, there are still countless misconceptions surrounding the condition...
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Abstract: Introduction: Secondary injury from traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an inflammatory process, peaking 72-96 hours after trauma and manifesting as acute inflammat...
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Abstract: Autologous bone marrow mononuclear cells (BMMNCs) infused after severe traumatic brain injury have shown promise for treating the injury. We evaluated their im...
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Abstract: In this article, we develop an analytical approach for estimating brain connectivity networks that accounts for subject heterogeneity. More specifically, we co...
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Abstract: Background: Both transactional and common etiological models have been proposed as explanations of why externalizing behavior problems (EBP) and internalizing ...
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The Children’s Learning Institute at UTHealth Houston was named the recipient of the Innovations Award, presented by the National Workforce Registry Alliance, for their...
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Since our inception, the Children’s Learning Institute (CLI) at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston) has been spearheading and ev...
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Each year, the President’s Awards for Leadership recognize exceptional leaders from across UTHealth Houston who demonstrate consistent leadership through service, compa...
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Abstract: The unconsolidated motor and cognitive skills that are typical of the early childhood period place infants, toddlers, and preschoolers at risk for a variety of...
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Abstract: Introduction: This article investigates an early STEM family engagement program offered during the pre-kindergarten (pre-k) year. Pre-k is an important junctu...
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Abstract: The ways that parents respond to their children’s initiations and guide their learning are associated with subsequent language development. Responsive parent...
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Abstract: The purpose of this systematic observation study was to improve our understanding of small-group reading instruction for kindergarten students at risk for read...
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CLI Co-Directors Recognized for Combination of Endowments
In this season of gratitude and giving, UTHealth Houston celebrated faculty endowment holders and honored the ge...
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Keisey Fumero, Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Manager of Education Outreach, was invited to be the 2025 keynote speaker for the Week of the Young Child celebration host...
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Abstract: Background: Paediatric acquired brain injury is a life-long condition which impacts on all facets of the individual’s lived experience. The existing evidence...
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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 with...
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Abstract: Emerging research has provided valuable insights into the structural characteristics of the bilingual brain from studies of bilingual adults; however, there is...
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Strategies for Fostering Organizational Well-Being in Early Childhood Education
Abstract: Leaders can support effective communication, manageable workloads, collaborative...
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Abstract: Diffusion tensor imaging studies in children suggest a link between abnormal white matter in limbic-prefrontal circuitry and behavioral problems. However, in ch...
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Abstract: Objective: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) often involves injury to limbic structures that may be linked to posttraumatic psychological health difficulties. The au...
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Abstract: Children born preterm often face challenges with self-regulation during toddlerhood. This study examined the relationship between prematurity, supportive parent...
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Book Abstract: This new reference provides a comprehensive overview of intellectual and developmental disabilities, incorporating multiple perspectives and disciplines (i...
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Reach Out and Read, a national nonprofit leading the charge in promoting early childhood literacy and healthy early relationships, has announced the investment of $350,00...
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KPRC 2 knows how important books and reading are for early childhood development.
Statistics show children who have access to books early in life do much better in school...
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Get Ready for a STEM-tastic Adventure at Children’s Museum Houston
Spark curiosity, fuel discovery, and dive into the ultimate STEM celebration at Children’s Museum H...
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UTHealth Houston President’s Excellence in Postdoctoral Research Award
The 2023 President’s Excellence in Postdoctoral Research Symposium recognized Sarah Surrain, Ph...
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The Children’s Learning Institute recently conducted a survey to explore how early childhood educators are using artificial intelligence (AI) within Multi-Tiered System...
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Abstract: Introduction: This randomized control trial (RCT) evaluated an afterschool program with 24 weeks of hands-on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) ac...
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The Children’s Learning Institute at the University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, is excited to announce that the Texas Early Childhood Professional Developm...
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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 Apprent...
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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 Ready (...
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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 phase o...
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Abstract: Adult verbal input occurs frequently during parent–child interactions. However, few studies have considered how parent language varies across informal STEM (...
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Abstract: The Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) represents a comprehensive framework designed to address students’ diverse academic needs through evidence-based pr...
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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 soc...
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Abstract: Young students at risk for reading difficulties are likely to have long-term reading difficulties if they are not provided with evidence-based, supplemental in...
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Abstract: Language develops rapidly over the infant and toddler period and has been a key area of research within the field of developmental cognitive neuroscience. Unde...
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Abstract: Introduction: Early informal learning experiences are essential for sparking long-term interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). In a pri...
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