Improving maternal and infant health outcomes in California
Official title: Maternal Fetal Medicine Units Network: University of California, San Francisco
Funded at University of California, San Francisco · NIH-11061416 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to help moms and babies stay healthy during pregnancy, especially for those in underserved communities in California, by testing new treatments and working closely with local groups.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $355,300 |
| NIH project number | 5UG1HD112092-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11061416 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include pregnant individuals from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, particularly those from historically marginalized communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or do not have access to the healthcare system in California may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing significant disparities in maternal and infant health in the U.S., particularly in California. It aims to reduce preterm births, fetal growth issues, and complications during pregnancy through innovative therapies and diverse clinical trials. The study emphasizes the importance of including historically marginalized communities to ensure equitable health outcomes. By leveraging advanced research techniques and community partnerships, the project seeks to implement effective strategies for improving maternal and infant health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for pregnant individuals and their infants, reducing complications and mortality rates.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in improving maternal and infant health outcomes through community-focused interventions and diverse clinical trials.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Norton, Mary E — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Norton, Mary E
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.