Mapping the reproductive organs of pregnant women
Pregnant Female Reproductive Tissue Mapping Center
This study is looking to create 3D maps of the placenta, uterus, and fallopian tubes during pregnancy to better understand how these organs work together, and it's for healthy pregnant women who want to help improve knowledge about pregnancy health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10894663 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating detailed 3D maps of the placenta, uterus, and fallopian tubes during pregnancy. By using advanced imaging techniques and analyzing tissue samples, the team aims to understand how these organs change and interact throughout pregnancy. The goal is to establish a reference for healthy reproductive organ function, which can help identify issues that may lead to complications. The research will involve recruiting diverse groups of healthy pregnant women to gather comprehensive data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are healthy pregnant women at various stages of their pregnancy.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or have pre-existing reproductive health issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could improve understanding of pregnancy complications and lead to better outcomes for mothers and babies.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research approaches have shown promise in mapping organ structures and functions, but this specific focus on pregnant reproductive tissues is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Laurent, Louise Chang — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Laurent, Louise Chang
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.