Investigating how maternal exercise and PFAS exposure affect children's development.
Perinatal PFAS Impact Children's Development: Examining the Roles of Placental Functional Multiomics and Protection by Maternal Exercise
['FUNDING_R01'] · ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL RES INST · NIH-11025561
This study is looking at how being exposed to certain chemicals during pregnancy might affect your child's growth and development, especially in their early years, and it will also explore if staying active while pregnant can help lessen any negative effects.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL RES INST (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LITTLE ROCK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11025561 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) during pregnancy can impact the development of children, particularly in their early years. The study examines the role of placental function and how maternal exercise may mitigate some of the adverse effects of PFAS exposure. By analyzing biological samples and developmental outcomes, the research aims to uncover the mechanisms linking prenatal PFAS exposure to health issues in children, including cognitive and language development. The research will involve tracking the health and development of children from birth through early childhood.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women and their children, particularly those exposed to PFAS or interested in the effects of maternal exercise on child development.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or whose children are beyond the early developmental stages may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved guidelines for maternal health and child development, potentially reducing the negative impacts of environmental toxins.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited literature on the specific impacts of PFAS on child development, preliminary data suggest that similar approaches have shown promising results in understanding environmental exposures.
Where this research is happening
LITTLE ROCK, UNITED STATES
- ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL RES INST — LITTLE ROCK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ANDRES, ALINE — ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL RES INST
- Study coordinator: ANDRES, ALINE
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.