Bridging gaps in understanding reading difficulties through multidisciplinary research, intervention, and innovation.

The Texas Center for Learning Disorders (TCLD) leads groundbreaking research to improve outcomes for students with significant reading difficulties and learning disorders. Our projects address critical gaps in knowledge, from classification and intervention to neurological and genetic factors, equipping educators and researchers with tools to identify and support struggling readers.

Our Core Research Areas 

Reliable Classifications 
Developing evidence-based models for identifying learning Disorders, with direct implications for how schools recognize and support students with significant reading challenges.

Executive Function & Attention 
Investigating how attention and self-regulation influence reading comprehension and broader academic success, providing insights into tailored interventions.

Effective Interventions 
Designing and testing interventions to support students at risk for or experiencing serious reading difficulties, including response-to-intervention models.

Neuroimaging Insights 
Exploring the neural correlates of reading disorders in children to deepen understanding of brain-based differences in learning.

Genetic & Epigenetic Studies 
Examining genetic factors and inadequate instructional responses to uncover new pathways for prevention and support.