University of Iowa · PsychologyThe Sleep Development Lab
Mark Samuel Blumberg · Iowa City, Iowa
Research Focus
Dr. Mark Blumberg's lab focuses on understanding how sleep and behavior in premature infants relate to their brain development and long-term outcomes. By studying sleep patterns and twitches during sleep, the lab aims to uncover insights that could help identify developmental issues in at-risk infants and guide interventions. Their goal is to contribute to better outcomes for children facing neurodevelopmental disorders, such as cerebral palsy and autism.
premature infantssleepbrain developmentneurodevelopmental disordersactive sleep
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate sleep behaviors in premature infants
AIM 02Examine the relationship between twitching and brain development
AIM 03Identify early predictors of atypical developmental trajectories
AIM 04Develop interventions for at-risk infants
AIM 05Assess long-term neurobehavioral outcomes of premature infants
Skills the Lab Values
electroencephalography (EEG)longitudinal studiesdata collection in neonatal settingsbehavioral assessmentssleep study design
Output against the department
Publications302top 15% of dept.43rd of 296
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Citations8.6ktop 34% of dept.102nd of 296
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