Investigating how oil and gas development affects fertility and pregnancy in marginalized communities
A preconception cohort study on oil and gas development, fertility, and pregnancy
This study is looking at how living near oil and gas development might affect fertility and pregnancy outcomes, especially for people in communities that face challenges like segregation, and it aims to help understand how environmental factors impact reproductive health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University Medical Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11092453 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research examines the impact of oil and gas development on fertility and pregnancy outcomes, particularly in communities that experience residential segregation. It focuses on how environmental hazards associated with these developments may disproportionately affect marginalized populations. By using a preconception cohort approach, the study aims to gather data on reproductive health and environmental exposures, providing insights into the relationship between these factors. Participants will be monitored over time to assess how their environment influences their fertility and pregnancy experiences.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in areas with significant oil and gas development, particularly those from marginalized or racially devalued communities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in areas impacted by oil and gas development or who are not planning to conceive may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and interventions to protect reproductive health in communities affected by environmental hazards.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific focus on oil and gas development and its reproductive impacts in segregated communities is novel, related research has shown that environmental exposures can significantly affect health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston University Medical Campus — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Willis, Mary D — Boston University Medical Campus
- Study coordinator: Willis, Mary D
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.