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Imaging Research Center at Cincinnati Children’s: Advancing Medical Imaging and Child Development Research 

Post Date: January 15, 2025
Imaging Research Center at Cincinnati Children’s: Advancing Medical Imaging and Child Development Research 

NBC’s Today Show recently featured Cincinnati Children’s research on the effects of screen time on children’s brain development. 

The Imaging Research Center’s Dr. Nehal Parikh and his team are making significant strides in understanding the effects of screen time on children’s brain development. Their research focuses on children from birth to five years old, aiming to uncover how screen time influences both brain function and behavior. Complementing this work, Dr. John Hutton has been investigating similar themes within the IRC for several years, yielding valuable publications that enhance our knowledge of how screen time affects young children. This collaborative effort is crucial in fostering a greater understanding of child development in a digital age.   

Dr. John Hutton has been a physician at Cincinnati Children’s for many years but recently joined UT Southwestern and Children’s Health in Dallas, TX. 

The Department of Radiology’s Imaging Research Center (IRC) is an interdisciplinary research laboratory and shared facility resource that investigates medical imaging’s role in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. We provide investigators at Cincinnati Children’s, the University of Cincinnati, and other research institutions access to advanced image acquisition and post-processing methods. Our goal is to develop and provide state-of-the-art imaging tools to basic science, translational, and clinical researchers. 

The Today Show featured their story, “Ground-breaking look at the impact of screen time on kids’ brains.” To view the video, click here

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About the author: Matt Lanier

Matt Lanier, Advanced MRI Technologist at Cincinnati Children’s Imaging Research Center. ARRT certified in Radiography and MRI, Matt is a leader in imaging, a pioneer in HIFU, and a vital part of groundbreaking research.

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About the editor: Glenn Miñano

Glenn Miñano is a media specialist in the Department of Radiology, providing graphic design, photography, printing, video services, and administration of the department’s online properties. His works have been published in several medical articles, such as the American Journal of Radiology and the American Institute of Ultrasound. He has been providing these services to the Radiology Department since 1996.

About the editor: Meredith Towbin

Meredith Towbin is a freelance copy editor and writer. She has copyedited the Department of Radiology’s blog since it launched. She also works as a copy editor for the home improvement website BobVila.com. Her writing has been featured on HuffPost as well as other writing sites.

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The Radiology Department at Cincinnati Children's is a leader in pediatric diagnostic imaging, radiology research, and radiation dose reduction.

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