The Language Acquisition and Brain Laboratory (QLAB) at the University of Delaware directed by Zhenghan Qi, MD/PhD, is looking for participants for a brain imaging study to understand language learning in children.
Is my child eligible?
We are looking for participants who are:
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Either typically developing or have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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Located in the United States.
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Between the ages of 6 and 9.
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Native English speakers
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What does the study involve?
Phase 1: Web-based Language and Cognitive Puzzles
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Phase 1 can be completed from anywhere in the United States.
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Phase 1 is summarized in the infographic above.
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We will send you Amazon gift certificates ($ 15 or more) when you complete this phase to compensate for your time.
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Phase 2: Listening and Learning in a Brain Camera
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We will invite you to join the optional Phase 2 if you live within a reasonable distance of UD.
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The Center for Biomedical and Brain Imaging at UD houses a state-of-the-art MRI scanner.
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Your child will listen to stories and play games while the MRI scanner takes pictures of their brain.
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The video below describes our methods, recently published in the Journal of Visualized Experiments.
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