Developing new contraceptive methods for women, especially those who are obese.
CCTN-CONTRACEPTIVE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM – CORE FUNCTION ACTIVITIES FOR SITES OF FEMALE CONTRACEPTIVE STUDIES - COLUMBIA
This study is looking for new birth control options that work well and are safe, especially for women who are obese, and it invites participants to help test these methods to find better solutions for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11144234 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating new contraceptive methods that are effective in preventing unintended pregnancies while also minimizing health risks, particularly for obese women. The Contraceptive Clinical Trials Network (CCTN) will develop and implement clinical trial protocols to test these new contraceptive agents. By involving various sites, including Columbia University, the program aims to gather comprehensive data on the safety and efficacy of these methods. Patients may have the opportunity to participate in trials that could lead to innovative contraceptive solutions tailored to their needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include women seeking effective contraception, especially those who are obese or have medical conditions that complicate contraceptive use.
Not a fit: Patients who are not seeking contraception or who do not have any contraindications to current contraceptive methods may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide women with safer and more effective contraceptive options, particularly benefiting those at higher risk due to obesity.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in developing new contraceptive methods, indicating that this approach has the potential for success.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Westhoff, Carolyn — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Westhoff, Carolyn
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.