Developing new contraceptive methods for women, especially those who are obese.
CCTN-CONTRACEPTIVE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM – CORE FUNCTION ACTIVITIES FOR SITES OF FEMALE CONTRACEPTIVE STUDIES - MAGEE
This study is working on new birth control methods that are safe and effective, especially for women who are obese, to help prevent unintended pregnancies while keeping health risks low.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Magee-Women's Res Inst and Foundation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11166252 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating new contraceptive methods that effectively prevent unintended pregnancies while minimizing health risks, particularly for obese women who may face increased risks with current contraceptive options. The Contraceptive Clinical Trials Network (CCTN) is dedicated to developing and testing protocols for these new contraceptive agents through clinical trials. By involving women in the research process, the goal is to ensure that the contraceptives developed are both safe and effective for diverse populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include women seeking effective contraception, 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 medical conditions that contraindicate 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
Pittsburgh, UNITED STATES
- Magee-Women's Res Inst and Foundation — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chen, M.d., Mph, Beatrice — Magee-Women's Res Inst and Foundation
- Study coordinator: Chen, M.d., Mph, Beatrice
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.