Birth, Development, And Health

314 researchers across 10 institutions

314 Researchers
10 Institutions
10 Grant PIs
31 High Impact

Research in birth, development, and health examines the critical periods from conception through adolescence, focusing on factors influencing growth, well-being, and disease. Investigations explore developmental trajectories, genetic and environmental influences on health outcomes, and the biological mechanisms underlying physiological and cognitive development. Methodologies include epidemiological studies, clinical trials, laboratory-based investigations of cellular and molecular processes, and analyses of health data. Sub-fields encompass prenatal development, infant and child health, adolescent health, and the long-term consequences of early life experiences.

This area of study holds significant relevance for Arkansas. Research addresses the health challenges and opportunities present within the state's diverse population, including investigations into maternal and child health disparities. Understanding developmental impacts is also crucial for workforce development and public health initiatives aimed at improving the well-being of Arkansas's youngest citizens. Furthermore, research on the effects of environmental exposures on development can inform public policy and resource management within the state.

This work draws upon expertise from across multiple disciplines, including genetics, public health, pediatrics, psychology, and toxicology. Engagement spans numerous institutions within Arkansas, fostering a collaborative environment for advancing knowledge in this vital area.

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Top Researchers

Name Institution h-index Citations Career Stage Badges
Thomas M. Badger UAMS 71 15,440 High Impact
Everett F. Magann UAMS 62 12,532 High Impact
Merle G. Paule NCTR 52 10,715 High Impact
Mona I. Churchwell NCTR 49 6,867 High Impact
John L. Carroll UAMS 48 13,147
Boyd E. Haley UAMS 41 5,726 High Impact
K. L. Harvey University of Arkansas 39 5,005 High Impact
Charles M. Glasier UAMS 36 3,491 High Impact
Leanne Whiteside-Mansell UAMS 36 3,383 High Impact
Aline Andres UAMS 35 3,483 High Impact
O. Maurice Haynes UA Little Rock 35 6,038 High Impact
Nathan C. Twaddle NCTR 34 4,076 High Impact
Wendy N. Nembhard UAMS 34 5,445 Grant PI High Impact
Ibón Tamayo University of Arkansas 34 6,950 High Impact
Robert A. Skinner UAMS 31 2,823 High Impact
Ashley Acheson UAMS 30 3,474 Grant PI High Impact
Sherry E. Courtney UAMS 30 4,240 High Impact
Sarah B. Mulkey UAMS 30 3,062 High Impact
R. Racine UAMS 30 3,763 High Impact Grants
Bettina Knight UAMS 29 3,357 High Impact
Maternal And Perinatal Health Interventions 168 Child And Adolescent Health 158 Health Disparities And Outcomes 79 Health Sciences Research And Education 71 Metabolism And Genetic Disorders 55 Pharmacological Effects And Toxicity Studies 39 Meta-Analysis And Systematic Reviews 38 Diet And Metabolism Studies 38 Medical Imaging Techniques And Applications 36 Neuroscience And Neuropharmacology Research 34 Healthcare Policy And Management 31 Infant Development And Preterm Care 30 Public Health Research 28 Health And Medical Research Impacts 24 Cardiovascular Function And Risk Factors 24

Connected Research Areas

Topics that share active collaborators with Birth, Development, And Health in Arkansas. Pairs are ranked by collaboration density relative to expected co-authorship under a random null. This describes existing connections, not investment recommendations.

Strategic Outlook

Global signals from OpenAlex for this research area: where the field is growing, how concentrated leadership is, and where Arkansas sits relative to the world's top-100 institutions. Descriptive only — surfaced as input to the conversation about where to place bets, not a recommendation. Signal confidence: LOW

Global trajectory
11,221 works in 2025
-0.0% CAGR 2018–2025
Leadership concentration
4.1% held by global top 5 institutions
Fragmented HHI 15
Arkansas position
Arkansas not in global top 100
No AR institution among the top-100 contributors to this topic over the 2018–2025 window.

Top US institutions in this area

  1. 1 Harvard University 3,793
  2. 2 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 2,125
  3. 3 Johns Hopkins University 1,942
  4. 4 Columbia University 1,743
  5. 5 University of Michigan 1,629

Cross-Institution Connections

Researchers at different institutions with overlapping expertise in Birth, Development, And Health.

Mary Meriam UA Monticello
75%
Juan Diego Mejia‐Otero UAMS
Mary Meriam UA Monticello
75%
David Delaney UAMS
Daniel Bercher UAMS
70%
Mary Meriam UA Monticello
Justin Vestal Arkansas State University
70%
Tess McCrary University of Arkansas
Ruiqi Cen UAMS
69%
Laxman Shrestha NCTR
Laxman Shrestha NCTR
64%
Wendy Nembhard UAMS
Joshua Stabach University of Arkansas
64%
G White UAMS
G White UAMS
64%
Luke Smith Arkansas State University
Jessica L. Rice University of Arkansas
62%
Wendy Nembhard UAMS
Crystal Marcussen UAMS
61%
Garrett Bannister University of Arkansas

Researchers with Federal Grants

Wendy N. Nembhard UAMS 4 grants Diana Escalona‐Vargas UAMS 3 grants Kevin D. Phelan University of Arkansas 2 grants Kristen Muller UAMS 1 grant Ashley Acheson UAMS 1 grant Songthip Ounpraseuth UAMS 1 grant Shilpa Iyer University of Arkansas 1 grant P.A.L. Wight UAMS 1 grant Thomas University of Arkansas 1 grant R. Racine UAMS 1 grant
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