Improving access to effective contraception and its impact on women's lives
Increased access to highly effective contraception: an opportunity dividend?
This study looks at how having access to effective birth control can impact women's financial situations and personal growth, using data from the U.S. over several years to help understand this important connection.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boulder, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10829394 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how access to highly effective contraception affects women's economic outcomes and personal development. By creating a comprehensive dataset that tracks reproductive-age individuals in the U.S. from 2007 to 2021, the study aims to analyze the causal relationship between contraception access and various socio-economic factors. The project utilizes data from multiple sources, including the U.S. Census Bureau and Medicaid records, to provide robust evidence on this important issue. The findings could inform public policy and funding decisions regarding contraceptive access.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include reproductive-age women in the U.S. who may benefit from increased access to effective contraceptive methods.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of reproductive age or those who do not seek contraception may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved policies that enhance women's economic opportunities and health outcomes through better access to contraception.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that increased access to contraception can positively impact women's health and economic status, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Boulder, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado — Boulder, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stevenson, Amanda Jean — University of Colorado
- Study coordinator: Stevenson, Amanda Jean
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.