Identifying and optimizing small molecules for reproductive health and contraception

CHEMICAL SCREENING AND OPTIMIZATION FACILITY - SCALABLE QUANTITIES

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · SRI INTERNATIONAL · NIH-10942882

This study is looking for new small molecules that could help with birth control and improve reproductive health, aiming to create better treatments for issues like infertility, endometriosis, and premature birth, so that patients can have more options for their health.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorSRI INTERNATIONAL (nih funded)
Locations1 site (MENLO PARK, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10942882 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on the identification and optimization of small molecules that can be used for contraceptive purposes and to improve reproductive health. The Chemical Screening and Optimization Facility (CSOF) will conduct scalable projects to produce these molecules, which may address various conditions such as infertility, endometriosis, and premature birth. The methodology includes generating and purifying these compounds, ensuring their quality through advanced analytical techniques. Patients may benefit from new treatments that enhance reproductive health and address related conditions.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals experiencing reproductive health challenges such as infertility, endometriosis, or those seeking contraceptive options.

Not a fit: Patients with unrelated health conditions or those not seeking reproductive health interventions may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new contraceptive methods and treatments for various reproductive health issues.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in developing small molecules for reproductive health, indicating potential for success in this area.

Where this research is happening

MENLO PARK, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Conditions: Cushing Disease, Pituitary-dependent Cushing's disorder, Pituitary-dependent Cushing's disease

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