Effects of complementary feeding on infant growth and gut health
Your baby may be eligible if they are: - Breastfed and/or formula fed - Younger than five months of age - Full term (> 37-weeks’ gestation) - Have not yet been introduced to solid foods This is a seven month-long study, from 5 to 12 months of age, with visits occurring every month. ... |
Early iron exposure on the gut microbiota in young infants
This is a four month-long study, beginning at birth. The first study visit is conducted at the University of Colorado Hospital and the last visit takes place at Children’s Hospital Colorado. The other four visits are conducted in your home. Formula is provided to all study participants for... |
Teen Brain Imaging Study on Irritability and Social Information Processing
Interested in how irritability affects how teens interpret social situations? Our goal is to learn more about how teens think and feel about unclear social situations and how irritable mood may relate to negative thoughts and feelings about these social situations.... |
The Child Bipolar Disorder Network (CBN): A Collaborative Treatment Study of Youth With or at High Risk for Bipolar Disorder
Does your child have symptoms of bipolar disorder? We are looking for children, teens, and young adults (ages 9 to 21 years) who have moods that alternate between depression and periods of excessive energy and activity for this study. Participants will get a full diagnostic evaluation fro... |
Effect of Hormones on Frequency of Headache and Brain Structure and Function in Puberty
This research studies how hormones impact headache and how different parts of the brain talk to each other. You are invited to participate if you are (or your child is): • 9 years to 20 years of age • With or without history of headache • Male sex, male gender identity • Health... |
Lipids to Energy (LTE) Research Study
The Lipids to Energy (LTE) study at the University of Colorado – AMC is recruiting males aged 15-30 years old with or without a diagnosis of Klinefelter Syndrome (KS). Research study participation starts with a 2.5-3 hour screening visit that includes a blood draw, physical exam, DXA bo... |
Improving patient-centered Ob-Gyn care for Black women: Co-designing solutions to mitigate systemic racism, discrimination and bias
CU OB-Gyn providers are committed to addressing racial inequities in healthcare. We invite patients, advocates and members of the community who identify as Black, African American, African, Afro-Latinx or Afro-Caribbean to share your experiences and feedback, especially those that have rec... |
Effects of psilocybin with psychological support on anhedonia in treatment-resistant depression
Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either active psilocybin or placebo. Participation in the study will last a minimum of 13 weeks, up to a maximum of 26 weeks. The study will involve completion of a physical exam, blood draw, two MRI scans, surveys and psychological assessm... |
MECHANISTIC INVESTIGATION OF THERAPIES FOR DOWN SYNDROME REGRESSION DISORDER
Childrens Hospital Colorado Individuals with Down syndrome (DS) have an increased risk of numerous co-occurring conditions, including the neuropsychiatric condition known as Down Syndrome Regression Disorder (DSRD). A DSRD diagnosis often includes a sub-acute onset of catatonia, mutism, depersonalization, loss of abi... |
Effects of pubertal blockade and hormone therapy on cardiometabolic risk markers in transgender adolescents
Childrens Hospital Colorado, Outpatient CTRC, University of Colorado Hospital There will be 6 study visits over about a year. They will take place over 2 days before starting testosterone and then 1 month and 12 months after starting testosterone. The first study visit will involve a blood draw, an oral glucose tolerance test (sugar drink) and answering questionnair... |
PrecISE: Precision Interventions for Severe and/or Exacerbation-Prone Asthma Network (adolescents, age 12-18)
Childrens Hospital Colorado PrecISE: A breath of fresh air from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Severe asthma is different for everyone. That is why we need you for PrecISE. Join a severe asthma study unlike any other. Have the opportunity to try many different therapies not available otherwise. Talk with a... |
MEASURES OF PULMONARY MORBIDITY IN CHILDREN WITH DOWN SYNDROME
Childrens Hospital Colorado This study plans to learn more about lung health in children with Down syndrome. Sometimes children with Down syndrome breathe food or liquids into their lungs, which is called aspiration. We want to learn more about how aspiration affects the lungs and quality of life of children with Do... |
Effects of puberty and pubertal suppression on insulin sensitivity, metabolic rate and vascular health
Childrens Hospital Colorado, Outpatient CTRC, Outpatient CTRC, University of Colorado Hospital This study will involve 4-5 in person visits. There will be screening visit for some patients and then a baseline visit over two days. The first day will involve an IV and drinking a sugary drink with blood draws as well as measuring the resting metabolic rate and answering questionnaires.... |
The early and late contribution of fasting and postprandial triglycerides on newborn subcutaneous and intrahepatic fat in pregnancy
Broomfield Hospital, Cherry Creek Medical Center, Childrens Hospital Colorado, CTRC Inpatient, Highlands Ranch Hospital, Lone Tree Medical Center, Longs Peak Hospital, Outpatient CTRC, Outpatient CTRC, UCHealth Central Park Medical Center, UCHealth Internal Medical Clinic - Lowry What Happens If I Join the Study? - You will have 4 study visits during pregnancy and 1 study visit after your baby is born - You will be asked to prick your finger to monitor blood sugar and blood triglyceride levels 4 times a day for 4 days after each visit (total of 64 finger pokes) ... |
Influenza-Specific Immunity and Responses to Inactivated Influenza Vaccine in Infants: Effect of Maternal Vaccination During Pregnancy
Childrens Hospital Colorado, University of Colorado Hospital This study aims to learn more about how babies' immune systems react to the influenza vaccine and if there is any difference between babies whose mothers receive the influenza vaccine, or not, before the baby is born. Study visits will take place during prenatal care and delivery as well a... |
Pubertal Blockade and Estradiol Effects on Cardiometabolic Health for Transitioning Youth (PUBERTY)
Childrens Hospital Colorado, Outpatient CTRC, University of Colorado Hospital This study will involve 6 research visits at 3 timepoints for transgender individuals (before starting estrogen and 6 and 12 months after starting estrogen). No medications are given as a part of this study. Cisgender (non-transgender) participants will have 4 visits at two timepoints ... |
Effect Of Neonatal BCG Administration On Innate And Adaptive Immune Responses To Infection With Rotavirus Live Attenuated Vaccine Strain In HIV-Exposed And Unexposed Infants
Childrens Hospital Colorado, Highlands Ranch Hospital, University of Colorado Hospital Women in this study will consent in the third trimester and have cord blood collected at the time of delivery. The infant will have four visits at Children's Hospital Colorado.... |
Using Oscillometry in Toddler Aerodigestive Patients to Monitor Lung Function Response to Treatment
Childrens Hospital Colorado In this study, we will 1. Assess different mouthpiece options to help make the test easier to do in young children 2. Obtain AOS measurements in children who are patients in the aerodigestive clinic at Children's Hospital Colorado 3. Compare these measurements to those obtained in chil... |
Harnessing Cells from Human Milk; Linking Lactation to Metabolism
CTRC Inpatient, Outpatient CTRC, Outpatient CTRC, University of Colorado Hospital In this study: - Participants will complete 2 study visits (in late pregnancy & 2 wks postpartum) - Participants will have their milk production measured and provide blood and breastmilk samples If you join the study, you will be part of the study for up to a month and a half, lasting... |
Group Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for Anxiety in Adolescents with Autism and Intellectual Disability: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Department Specific Free Standing Clinic What is the study about? This study investigates an adapted Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) group treatment to determine if it is more effective than therapy services that adolescents with Autism (ASD) and Intellectual Disability (ID) are already receiving. What does the study entail? ... |
Utilizing PCORnet to support transition from pediatric to adult centered care and reduce gaps in recommended care in patients with congenital heart disease
Childrens Hospital Colorado Understanding the impact of gaps in care on healthcare utilization, long-term co-morbidities, and patient reported outcomes are the highest priority topics from patients, families and researchers. Additionally, knowledge about the factors associated with these gaps in care was a key facto... |
Mothers Optimizing Resources Everyday (MORE)
University of Colorado Hospital This study plans to learn more about perinatal mood disorders and sources of support for pregnant and postpartum individuals. Personal and social resources can help individuals cope with the demands associated with the transition to motherhood. Interventions that support personal resources... |
A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Multicenter, Phase 2 Study to Assess the Efficacy and Safety of Daily OM-85 Treatment vs. Placebo given in Children Aged 6 Months to 5 Years with Recurrent Wheezing
Childrens Hospital Colorado A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Multicenter, Phase 2 Study with 6 month treatment phase and 6 month observation phase. ... |
Early-life determinants of child health: A new Denver-based cohort
Department Specific Free Standing Clinic, Highlands Ranch Hospital, University of Colorado Hospital This study will focus on collecting information from moms and their babies to understand how the environment and things that happen early in children's life (including before they are conceived or born) influence a broad range of child health outcomes, including their development, health a... |