A new center for maternal-fetal medicine at Duke University
Official title: Duke University Maternal-Fetal Medicine Units (MFMU) Network Clinical Center
Funded at Duke University · NIH-11061390 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking for pregnant people from different backgrounds to help us learn more about how infections during pregnancy affect both moms and babies, especially focusing on issues like preterm birth, so we can improve care for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $335,838 |
| NIH project number | 5UG1HD112063-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11061390 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include pregnant individuals, especially those from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, and those at high risk for complications.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or do not fall within the age range of 0-11 years old may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The Duke University Maternal-Fetal Medicine Units (MFMU) Network Clinical Center aims to enroll a diverse population of patients, focusing on maternal and fetal health. This center will conduct clinical trials and research protocols, particularly addressing infectious diseases during pregnancy and health disparities related to preterm birth. With a strong emphasis on recruiting and retaining participants from various backgrounds, including Black and Latinx communities, the center will leverage its extensive outpatient facilities and collaborations with both high-risk and low-risk clinics to enhance patient care and research outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could improve maternal and fetal health outcomes, particularly for underrepresented populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in maternal-fetal medicine has shown success in improving health outcomes through targeted clinical trials and diverse patient engagement.
Where this research is happening
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Duke University
Durham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hughes, Brenna L. — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Hughes, Brenna L.
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.