Improving maternal health and reducing disparities in pregnancy outcomes
Official title: Achieving Maternal Equity and Transforming Health through Implementation Science and Training (AMETHIST@Penn)
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-11133244 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make pregnancy and childbirth safer for everyone by finding better ways to support moms, especially those from underserved communities, so they can receive the care they need before, during, and after having a baby.
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 start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $202,166 |
| NIH project number | 3U24HD113146-02S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11133244 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant individuals, particularly those from marginalized communities who are at higher risk for adverse maternal health outcomes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or do not belong to marginalized groups may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing maternal health equity by implementing effective strategies and training programs aimed at reducing maternal mortality and improving care during pregnancy, perinatal, and postpartum periods. The University of Pennsylvania will create a hub to support various maternal health research centers and coordinate efforts with NIH staff and other investigators. By addressing the factors contributing to disparities in maternal health outcomes, this initiative aims to provide better care for marginalized groups. Patients can expect a collaborative approach that integrates implementation science to improve health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in maternal health outcomes and reduced disparities for marginalized populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing similar strategies to improve maternal health outcomes, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lane-Fall, Meghan Brooks — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Lane-Fall, Meghan Brooks
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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.