Investigating how air pollution and weather affect placental abruption
Ambient Air Pollution, Weather, and Placental Abruption (APWA)
This study is looking at how things like air pollution and weather might affect the risk of placental abruption, a serious condition during pregnancy, by analyzing data from millions of births to help find ways to prevent it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10649518 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to understand the environmental factors that contribute to placental abruption, a serious condition where the placenta separates from the uterus prematurely. By analyzing data from millions of births across several states, the study will explore the impact of various air pollutants and weather conditions on the incidence of this complication. The researchers will create a detailed database linking health outcomes to environmental exposures, focusing on both acute and chronic cases of placental abruption. This approach will help identify specific pollutants that may trigger this condition, potentially leading to better prevention strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women living in areas with varying levels of air pollution and weather conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those who have already experienced placental abruption may not benefit directly from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and prevention of placental abruption, enhancing maternal and fetal health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that environmental factors can influence pregnancy outcomes, suggesting that this study's approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Newark, UNITED STATES
- Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences — Newark, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ananth, Cande V. — Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Ananth, Cande V.
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.