Development of a new vaginal ring contraceptive
Official title: ACQUISITION OF THE NESTORONE ESTRADIOL (NES/E2) VAGINAL RING AS CONTRACEPTIVE
Funded at Health Decisions, INC. · NIH-11199021 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new vaginal ring that combines hormones to provide a safe and effective birth control option, and we're looking for participants to help us make it the best it can be!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Health Decisions, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Morrisville, United States) |
| Project start | September 25, 2024 |
| Project end | September 24, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,199,999 |
| NIH project number | 75N94019D00004-0-759402400002-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11199021 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are women seeking effective contraceptive methods and willing to engage in clinical trials.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not interested in contraceptive options or who have contraindications to hormonal contraceptives may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a new contraceptive option using a vaginal ring that combines Nestorone and Estradiol. The study aims to optimize the manufacturing process of this ring to ensure it is safe and effective for use. Patients may participate in clinical trials that assess the ring's feasibility and effectiveness, contributing to the development of a new contraceptive method. The research is conducted in collaboration with the Population Council, which is working on the regulatory aspects with the FDA.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide women with a new, effective contraceptive option that may have fewer side effects than existing methods.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in developing similar hormonal contraceptive methods, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Health Decisions, INC.
Morrisville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dart, Clint — Health Decisions, INC.
- Study coordinator: Dart, Clint
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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.