Monitoring maternal and child health risks in Nebraska
Official title: DP21-001 Nebraska Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System
Funded at Nebraska St Dept of Health & Human Servs · NIH-11057483 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about listening to moms in Nebraska to learn more about their experiences during pregnancy, especially for different racial and ethnic groups, so we can make sure everyone gets the best care and support for themselves and their babies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Nebraska St Dept of Health & Human Servs NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lincoln, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2021 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $172,804 |
| NIH project number | 5U01DP006630-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11057483 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include pregnant women in Nebraska who can provide self-reported data on their health behaviors and experiences.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or who do not reside in Nebraska may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Nebraska Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (NE PRAMS) collects and analyzes self-reported data from mothers to understand maternal and child health risks and behaviors. This project aims to identify disparities in pregnancy outcomes, particularly among different racial and ethnic groups, by complementing existing vital records with detailed insights from mothers. By gathering this information, NE PRAMS seeks to inform public health programs and improve maternal and child health services across the state. The data collected will help address gaps in understanding behavioral risks and healthcare experiences during pregnancy.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved maternal and child health outcomes by informing targeted public health interventions.
How similar studies have gone: Similar programs in other states have successfully utilized self-reported data to improve maternal and child health outcomes, indicating that this approach is effective.
Where this research is happening
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Nebraska St Dept of Health & Human Servs
Lincoln, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Severe-Oforah, Jennifer — Nebraska St Dept of Health & Human Servs
- Study coordinator: Severe-Oforah, Jennifer
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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.