Developing new contraceptive methods for women, especially those who are obese.
CCTN-CONTRACEPTIVE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM – CORE FUNCTION ACTIVITIES FOR SITES OF FEMALE CONTRACEPTIVE STUDIES - CU DENVER
This study is looking to create new birth control options that help prevent unintended pregnancies while keeping health risks low, especially for women with obesity, and it invites women to be part of the research to make sure these methods are safe and effective for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boulder, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11126504 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating new contraceptive options that effectively prevent unintended pregnancies while also minimizing health risks, such as venous thromboembolism (VTE), particularly for women with obesity. The Contraceptive Clinical Trials Network (CCTN) is dedicated to developing clinical trial protocols and conducting trials to evaluate these new contraceptive methods. By involving women in the research process, the aim is to ensure that the contraceptives developed are both safe and effective for diverse populations, including those with specific medical conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include women of reproductive age, especially those who are obese or have medical conditions that make current contraceptive methods unsuitable.
Not a fit: Patients who are not seeking contraception or who do not have any health concerns related to current contraceptive methods may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective contraceptive options for women, particularly those at higher risk due to obesity.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in developing new contraceptive methods, but this specific approach targeting obese women is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Boulder, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado — Boulder, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Teal, Stephanie — University of Colorado
- Study coordinator: Teal, Stephanie
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.