How cash transfer programs improve health for women and young children in low-income countries
Official title: The effects of poverty reduction intervention on health outcomes among women and young children in low- and middle-income countries
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-10789134 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how government cash support programs can help improve the health of women and young children in poorer countries, hoping to show that giving families financial help can lead to fewer deaths and better health overall.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $162,500 |
| NIH project number | 1R03HD113974-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10789134 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women and children under the age of five living in low- and middle-income countries.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living in high-income countries or those not affected by poverty may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of government-led cash transfer programs on health outcomes for women and young children in low- and middle-income countries. By analyzing data from 37 countries, the study aims to understand how financial support can reduce mortality rates among these vulnerable populations. The methodology includes a difference-in-differences approach to compare health outcomes before and after the implementation of cash transfer programs. Patients may benefit from insights into how poverty alleviation can lead to better health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for women and young children by demonstrating the effectiveness of cash transfer programs in reducing mortality.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown significant success with cash transfer programs in improving health outcomes, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Richterman, Aaron G — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Richterman, Aaron G
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.