Investigating the causes of birth defects in New York State
Official title: New York State BD-STEPS: Component A and B
Funded at Nysdoh/health Research, INC. · NIH-10907393 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into what might cause birth defects by exploring things like medications, health conditions, and social factors, and it's for anyone interested in understanding how these different elements can affect babies' health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Nysdoh/health Research, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Menands, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $855,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U01DD001304-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10907393 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant individuals or those who have recently given birth in New York State.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or have not recently given birth may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on identifying the causes of birth defects by examining various non-genetic risk factors such as medications, chronic diseases, and social determinants of health. The project will gather data from diverse populations across New York State and analyze it to understand how different factors may contribute to birth defects. Additionally, the study will utilize newborn blood samples to explore genetic influences and link health data to assess the impact of infections during pregnancy. The findings will be disseminated through publications and presentations to inform public health strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and prevention strategies for birth defects, ultimately enhancing maternal and child health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have successfully identified risk factors for birth defects, indicating that this approach has the potential for meaningful contributions to the field.
Where this research is happening
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Nysdoh/health Research, INC.
Menands, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Howley, Meredith M — Nysdoh/health Research, INC.
- Study coordinator: Howley, Meredith M
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.