Improving neonatal resuscitation to save newborn lives
Applying Human Factors Science, Design Thinking and Systems Engineering to Mitigate Threats to Neonates Undergoing Resuscitation and Stabilization
This study is working to make the process of helping newborns who need immediate care safer and more effective by improving the way medical teams work together and use technology during resuscitation.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10927281 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the safety and effectiveness of neonatal resuscitation, a critical process for approximately 400,000 newborns in the U.S. each year. By applying human factors science, design thinking, and systems engineering, the project aims to improve the physical workspace, decision-making processes, and human-technology interactions during resuscitation. The team will assess current resuscitation environments and use simulations to identify optimal room configurations that support better team performance. Additionally, the research will explore innovative ways to display vital data and alert staff to potential threats before they escalate.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are newborns requiring resuscitation in a neonatal intensive care setting.
Not a fit: Patients who are not newborns or those who do not require resuscitation will not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce error rates in neonatal resuscitation, leading to improved survival rates and quality of life for newborns.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that applying human factors and systems engineering principles can lead to significant improvements in clinical outcomes, suggesting a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Halamek, Louis Patrick — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Halamek, Louis Patrick
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.