Preliminary Data and Lessons Learned Published: February 21, 2025 Publication: Infants & Young Children CLI Authors: Kelly A. Vaughn, PhD and Susan H. Landry, PhD Abstract: Parents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) experience a unique set of contextual challenges that may limit the effectiveness of traditional parenting interventions. Identifying effective adaptations to existing evidence-based… Read more »
Category: Publications
Exploring Differential Impacts of a Parent Intervention on Reading and Toy Play Across Ethnic and Linguistic Groups
Published: January 25, 2025 Publication: Early Childhood Research Quarterly CLI Authors: Sarah Surrain, PhD, Susan H. Landry, PhD, Tricia A. Zucker, PhD, and Yoonkyung Oh, PhD Abstract: The ways that parents respond to their children’s initiations and guide their learning are associated with subsequent language development. Responsive parenting interventions have shown positive impacts on parent… Read more »
An Exploration of Continuous Quality Improvement Approaches Within the Texas Quality Rating and Improvement System
Published: January 19, 2025 Publication: Early Education and Development CLI Authors: April Crawford, PhD, Cheryl A. Varghese, PhD, Kelly A. Vaughn, PhD, Olivia Lewis, Vibhutibala Bhavsar, Salvi Kumar, Igor Penedo Silva, Emily Ferrari, and Yoonkyung Oh, PhD Abstract: This study explored the use of continuous quality improvement (CQI) approaches in the Texas quality rating and… Read more »
Autologous Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells for Chronic Traumatic Brain Injury
Published: October 16, 2024 Publication: Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JAC) High-Impact Clinical Trials and Studies CLI Author: Linda Ewing-Cobbs, PhD Abstract: Introduction: Secondary injury from traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an inflammatory process, peaking 72-96 hours after trauma and manifesting as acute inflammatory cytokine release, inflammatory cell infiltration, and blood-brain barrier dysfunction.… Read more »
Early Childhood Concussion
Published: October 09, 2024 Publication: Pediatrics CLI Author: Linda Ewing-Cobbs, PhD 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 traumatic injuries. Such injuries may include mild traumatic brain injury or concussion. Knowledge regarding the risk, diagnosis, outcomes,… Read more »
Prenatal Risk and Later Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Published: September 14, 2024 Publication: Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: A Dynamic Systems Approach Chapter 8 CLI Author: Dana DeMaster, PhD Book Abstract: This new reference provides a comprehensive overview of intellectual and developmental disabilities, incorporating multiple perspectives and disciplines (including developmental neuroscience, genetics, psychiatry, and psychology) with a multifaceted approach, offering readers appreciation for the… Read more »
Unpacking Implementation: Fidelity and Barriers to Implementation of a Kindergarten Reading Intervention by Teachers
Published: July 17, 2024 Publication: The Elementary School Journal CLI Authors: Michael P. Mesa, PhD, Tricia Zucker, PhD, and Yoonkyung Oh, PhD 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 instruction. This pilot study evaluated the feasibility of a Tier… Read more »
The Intersection of Parent Questions, Child Skills, and Activity Context in Informal Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Learning
Published: July 6, 2024 Publication: Journal of Experimental Child Psychology CLI Authors: Valerie P. Bambha, PhD, Sarah Surrain, PhD, Tricia A. Zucker, PhD and Yusra Ahmed, PhD Abstract: Adult verbal input occurs frequently during parent–child interactions. However, few studies have considered how parent language varies across informal STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) activities. In… Read more »
Bayesian Varying-Effects Vector Autoregressive Models for Inference of Brain Connectivity Networks and Covariate Effects in Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury
Published: June 29, 2024 Publication: Human Brain Mapping CLI Author: Dana DeMaster, PhD and Linda Ewing-Cobbs, PhD Abstract: In this article, we develop an analytical approach for estimating brain connectivity networks that accounts for subject heterogeneity. More specifically, we consider a novel extension of a multi‐subject Bayesian vector autoregressive model that estimates group‐specific directed brain… Read more »
Evaluation of a Community-Based, Hybrid STEM Family Engagement Program at Pre-Kindergarten Entry
Published: March 4, 2024 Publication: Frontiers in Education CLI Authors: Tricia Zucker, PhD, Michael P. Mesa, PhD, Dana DeMaster, PhD, Yoonkyung Oh, PhD, Michael Assel, PhD, and Valerie P. Bambha, PhD Abstract: Introduction: This article investigates an early STEM family engagement program offered during the pre-kindergarten (pre-k) year. Pre-k is an important juncture for community organizations… Read more »
