Consulting services for improving contraceptive research
Official title: INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY CONSULTING SERVICE for Contraception Research
NIH-11180587 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping to create better birth control methods to prevent unplanned pregnancies, and it's designed for researchers and organizations working on new contraceptive solutions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Project start | September 14, 2024 |
| Project end | September 13, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $10,000 |
| NIH project number | 75N94024P00565-0-0-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11180587 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals or couples seeking reliable contraceptive options or those interested in participating in contraceptive development initiatives.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not seeking contraceptive solutions or who have already found effective methods may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing expert consulting services to enhance the development of contraceptive methods aimed at preventing unintended pregnancies. The Contraception Research Branch of the NICHD seeks to review and evaluate intellectual property related to contraceptive research, offering opinions and insights on grant proposals and service requests. By conducting novelty searches and assessing claims related to active pharmaceutical ingredients, the project aims to support the advancement of effective contraceptive solutions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of more effective contraceptive methods, ultimately reducing the rate of unintended pregnancies.
How similar studies have gone: While this approach is focused on consulting and intellectual property, similar research efforts in contraceptive development have shown promise in improving contraceptive efficacy and accessibility.
Where this research is happening
Phoenix, United States
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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.