Creating software to quickly analyze placenta images at birth
Official title: Development of Software to Rapidly Assess Placenta Images at Birth
Funded at Pennsylvania State University, the · NIH-10895401 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new software that uses artificial intelligence to look at pictures of the placenta taken at birth, making it easier and faster to check the health of both moms and babies, so everyone can get better care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State University, the NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (University Park, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2022 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $431,386 |
| NIH project number | 5R01EB030130-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10895401 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are newborns and their mothers, particularly those undergoing assessments related to placental health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not newborns or do not have any placental health concerns may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing software that uses artificial intelligence to analyze images of the placenta taken at birth. The goal is to make placental assessments more accessible and efficient, as currently only a small percentage of placentas are examined by pathologists. By utilizing digital photographs and advanced algorithms, the software aims to provide valuable insights into the health of both the mother and baby based on placental characteristics. This could lead to improved clinical decision-making and better outcomes for patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the understanding of placental health, leading to better clinical care for mothers and infants.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using photographic images for placental assessment, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Pennsylvania State University, the
University Park, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gernand, Alison D — Pennsylvania State University, the
- Study coordinator: Gernand, Alison D
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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.