A course on human teratogens and their effects on pregnancy and breastfeeding
Official title: Human Teratogens Course
Funded at University of South Florida · NIH-10933511 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about a special online course for healthcare providers that helps them learn more about how certain substances can affect pregnant people and their babies, so they can give the best care possible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tampa, United States) |
| Project start | September 23, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $8,610 |
| NIH project number | 5R13HD114389-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10933511 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are healthcare providers and trainees who work with pregnant or breastfeeding individuals and their infants.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in healthcare or do not interact with pregnant or lactating individuals may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Human Teratogens Course is a three-day educational event designed to improve the knowledge and skills of healthcare providers who care for pregnant or lactating individuals and their infants. This course, held virtually every two years, covers essential topics such as teratology principles, embryology, epidemiology, and risk assessment related to teratogens. Participants will learn from expert faculty through lectures and discussions, gaining access to the latest information on various exposures that may affect maternal and infant health. This course is particularly beneficial for healthcare professionals, including obstetricians, pediatricians, and genetic counselors, who are involved in managing the health of pregnant individuals and their children.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the quality of care provided to pregnant individuals and their infants by equipping healthcare professionals with critical knowledge about teratogens.
How similar studies have gone: Previous educational initiatives in teratology have shown success in improving provider knowledge and patient outcomes, indicating that this approach is effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of South Florida
Tampa, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Obican, Sarah Gloria — University of South Florida
- Study coordinator: Obican, Sarah Gloria
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.