Exploring how family dynamics affect fertility and child investments across generations
Official title: Family Dynamics, Fertility and Contraception, and Investments in Children across Generations
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-11009961 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how family relationships, decisions about having kids, and how families invest in their children affect their growth and happiness, and it’s for anyone interested in understanding how these things change over time and among different groups of people.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2022 |
| Project end | January 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $709,020 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HD108176-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11009961 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include families with children or those planning to have children, particularly those interested in understanding the implications of their family dynamics on child development.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in family planning or do not have children may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationships between family dynamics, fertility choices, and investments in children over generations. By utilizing data from the Panel Study of Income Dynamics, the project aims to gather detailed information on family structures, fertility intentions, and contraceptive use. Participants will contribute to a comprehensive understanding of how these factors influence child development and well-being. The study will also analyze how these dynamics change over time and across different demographics.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved policies and programs that support families in making informed fertility and child-rearing decisions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research using longitudinal data sets like the PSID has shown success in uncovering important social and behavioral trends, indicating that this approach is well-tested.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcgonagle, Katherine — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Mcgonagle, Katherine
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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.