University of Washington-Seattle Campus · Biomedical EngineeringKleinhans Neurodevelopment Lab
Natalia M Kleinhans · Seattle, Washington
Research Focus
Dr. Natalia Kleinhans's lab investigates how cannabis exposure during pregnancy affects infant brain development and behavior. By using advanced imaging techniques and neurobehavioral assessments, the lab aims to identify risks associated with prenatal cannabis use, especially given the increasing legalization and changing public perceptions of cannabis. Their research focuses on understanding neurodevelopmental changes in infants whose mothers used cannabis during pregnancy, aiming to inform public health policies and parental choices.
cannabis exposureprenatal developmentinfant brain imagingneurodevelopmental disorderspublic healthbehavioral assessments
Research Aims
5AIM 01Examine brain changes in infants exposed to cannabis before birth.
AIM 02Investigate behavioral outcomes in children exposed to prenatal cannabis.
AIM 03Analyze differences in neurodevelopmental effects between male and female infants.
AIM 04Generate longitudinal data on the effects of prenatal cannabis exposure.
AIM 05Provide evidence to support public health recommendations regarding cannabis use during pregnancy.
Skills the Lab Values
MRI imagingneurobehavioral assessmentslongitudinal study designdata collectionstatistical analysismaternal health monitoringprospective research methods
Output against the department
Publications67bottom 9% of dept.543rd of 595
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Citations3.4kbottom 26% of dept.443rd of 595
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