How maternal stress and nutrition affect newborn and child development in Ethiopia
Official title: Maternal stress and undernutrition: Interactive effects on newborn and child outcomes in Ethiopia”
Funded at Boston Children's Hospital · NIH-10844487 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how stress and nutrition during pregnancy affect the growth and development of babies and young children in Ethiopia, helping us understand how these factors work together to influence their health as they grow.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $132,705 |
| NIH project number | 5K99HD110651-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10844487 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are pregnant women in rural Ethiopia who may be experiencing stress and nutritional challenges.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or those outside the targeted demographic of rural Ethiopian mothers and their children may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the combined effects of maternal stress and nutrition on the growth and development of newborns and children in Ethiopia. By utilizing data from a large trial, the study will analyze how prenatal stress and nutritional interventions impact birth outcomes and long-term child development. The research will involve assessing maternal stress levels during pregnancy and following up with children at 36 months to evaluate their cognitive and emotional development. This approach aims to provide insights into how these factors interact and influence child health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved maternal and child health interventions that enhance developmental outcomes for children.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that maternal stress and nutrition significantly impact child development, suggesting that this study's approach is built on established findings.
Where this research is happening
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jensen, Sarah Kathinka Georg — Boston Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Jensen, Sarah Kathinka Georg
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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.