How air pollution affects fertility using frozen donor eggs
The Influence of Ambient Air Pollution on Fertility Using a Vitrified Donor Oocyte Bank
This study is looking at how air pollution might affect fertility in couples using donor eggs for help getting pregnant, focusing on how certain pollutants could impact their chances of success.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10853135 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of air pollution on fertility by examining a large group of couples using vitrified donor oocytes for assisted reproductive technology. It focuses on understanding how exposure to specific pollutants, such as nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide, during critical periods can influence reproductive outcomes. The study will analyze data from couples who received donor eggs at a fertility clinic in Atlanta, looking at both the female and male partners' exposure to air pollution. By identifying the biological mechanisms at play, the research aims to provide insights into how environmental factors may affect fertility.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are couples seeking fertility assistance who are using donor oocytes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not seeking fertility treatments or those not using donor oocytes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved fertility treatments and better understanding of how environmental factors influence reproductive health.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has indicated potential links between air pollution and fertility, but this study aims to explore these associations in a novel context using vitrified donor oocytes.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gaskins, Audrey Jane — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Gaskins, Audrey Jane
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.