Investigating how pregnancy factors affect neonatal health
Official title: STUDY OF PREGNANCY AND NEONATAL HEALTH (SPAN) SPECIMEN REPOSITORY
Funded at Fisher Bioservices, INC. · NIH-10927705 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how when a baby is born and how big they are at birth can affect their health later in life, and it’s for anyone interested in understanding what influences newborn health, including parents and families.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fisher Bioservices, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project start | September 12, 2023 |
| Project end | September 11, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $321,907 |
| NIH project number | 275201400003I-0-759402300001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10927705 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include expectant parents, particularly those with concerns about fetal growth or family histories of cardiovascular or mental health issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not currently expecting or those without any known risk factors for neonatal health issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how the timing of delivery and birth size impact future health outcomes for newborns. It examines various factors, including paternal health and genetic influences, that may affect fetal growth and development. By analyzing data on prenatal conditions and genetic markers, the study aims to uncover critical insights into how these elements contribute to health issues such as mental disorders and cardiovascular diseases later in life. Patients may benefit from this research through improved understanding of the factors influencing neonatal health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better strategies for monitoring and improving neonatal health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the links between prenatal factors and neonatal health, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Fisher Bioservices, INC.
Rockville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Martin, Brittany — Fisher Bioservices, INC.
- Study coordinator: Martin, Brittany
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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.