Improving maternal health and reducing disparities in pregnancy outcomes
Achieving Maternal Equity and Transforming Health through Implementation Science and Training (AMETHIST@Penn)
This study is all about finding better ways to keep moms healthy during pregnancy and after childbirth, especially for those who face extra challenges, and it will bring together researchers to work on solutions that really make a difference.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10901913 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing maternal health by implementing effective strategies to reduce maternal mortality and improve care during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum periods. It aims to address the significant disparities faced by marginalized groups, particularly in the context of maternal health outcomes. The project will create an Implementation Science Hub to support various research centers and coordinate efforts among researchers and NIH staff to ensure effective implementation of health interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant individuals from marginalized communities who are at risk of poor maternal health outcomes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those who do not belong to marginalized groups may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for mothers and infants, particularly among marginalized populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing similar strategies to improve maternal health outcomes, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lane-Fall, Meghan Brooks — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Lane-Fall, Meghan Brooks
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.