Mapping the structure of the human placenta during healthy pregnancies
Pregnant Female Reproductive Tissue Mapping Center Organ Specific Project
This study is all about making 3D maps of the placenta during healthy pregnancies to better understand how it helps nourish the baby, which could lead to insights on pregnancy complications.
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-10894676 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to create detailed three-dimensional maps of the human placenta from healthy pregnancies. By using advanced imaging techniques like prenatal MRI and ultrasound, along with molecular profiling after delivery, the study will gather comprehensive data on placental structure and function. The goal is to understand how the placenta mediates nutrient exchange and supports fetal growth, which could help identify mechanisms behind pregnancy complications. The research will also involve collaboration with other centers to share data and resources effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant individuals with uncomplicated pregnancies.
Not a fit: Patients with complicated pregnancies or those with pre-existing conditions affecting placental function may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and management of pregnancy complications linked to placental abnormalities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using advanced imaging and molecular profiling to study placental function, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Parast, Mana M — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Parast, Mana 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 below.