Creating software to quickly analyze placenta images at birth
Development of Software to Rapidly Assess Placenta Images at Birth
This study is testing new software that uses artificial intelligence to quickly check the health of placentas right after birth, making it easier for doctors to spot any potential issues for moms and babies.
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 ID | NIH-10908938 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing software that uses artificial intelligence to analyze images of placentas taken at birth. By leveraging digital photography and advanced computational techniques, the software aims to provide rapid assessments of placental health, which is often overlooked in clinical settings. The goal is to make placental evaluations more accessible to healthcare providers, thereby improving the care of both mothers and infants. This approach could help identify potential health issues early on, leading to better clinical decisions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are mothers giving birth and their newborns, particularly those whose placentas will be assessed for health conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who have already delivered and whose placentas have not been assessed or are not available for evaluation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the understanding of placental health, leading to improved outcomes for mothers and their newborns.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using photographic images for placental assessment, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
University Park, United States
- Pennsylvania State University, the — University Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gernand, Alison D — Pennsylvania State University, the
- Study coordinator: Gernand, Alison D
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 below.