Improving understanding of reproductive health and infertility in underserved communities
Outreach_Core
This study is all about teaching middle and high school students, as well as community college students, about reproductive health and infertility through fun hands-on experiments, especially in low-income areas, so they can learn important skills for their future careers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Magee-Women's Res Inst and Foundation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10992990 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on educating middle school, high school, and community college students about reproductive health and infertility, particularly in low-income and underserved communities. The program includes hands-on laboratory experiences where students engage in experiments related to reproductive biology and genetics, such as studying sea urchin fertilization and using C. elegans as a model organism. By collaborating with Urban Impact of Pittsburgh, the initiative aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for their future careers while fostering critical thinking and scientific inquiry.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are middle school, high school, and community college students from low-income and underserved backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in the targeted age group or who do not belong to underserved communities may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower students with essential knowledge about reproductive health, potentially leading to better health outcomes in their communities.
How similar studies have performed: Similar outreach and educational programs have shown success in improving knowledge and awareness of health issues in underserved populations.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, UNITED STATES
- Magee-Women's Res Inst and Foundation — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cameron, Judy L — Magee-Women's Res Inst and Foundation
- Study coordinator: Cameron, Judy L
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.