How air pollution during pregnancy affects fetal growth over time
AMBIENT AIR POLLUTION EXPOSURE DURING PREGNANCY AND LONGITUDINAL FETAL GROWTH
This study looks at how air pollution affects the growth of babies in the womb during pregnancy, using ultrasound images to track changes over time, and it aims to help expectant parents understand when their babies might be most at risk from pollution.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | The Emmes Company, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-9986964 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of air pollution exposure on fetal growth throughout pregnancy. By utilizing longitudinal data from a large cohort of pregnancies, the study aims to identify how different levels of air pollutants affect the growth patterns of fetuses, particularly among various ethnic groups. The research employs ultrasound measurements taken at multiple points during pregnancy to assess changes in fetal development, providing a more comprehensive understanding of how environmental factors influence growth. The findings could help identify critical periods during pregnancy when fetuses are most vulnerable to air pollution.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant individuals, particularly those living in areas with varying levels of air pollution and from diverse ethnic backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those who are not exposed to significant levels of air pollution may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved guidelines for pregnant individuals to minimize exposure to harmful air pollutants, potentially enhancing fetal health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated a correlation between air pollution and fetal growth, but this research aims to provide more detailed longitudinal insights, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Rockville, United States
- The Emmes Company, LLC — Rockville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sherman, Seth — The Emmes Company, LLC
- Study coordinator: Sherman, Seth
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.