Monitoring pregnancy risks to improve maternal and infant health in Indiana
Official title: DP21-001 Indiana Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System
Funded at Indiana State Department of Health · NIH-11070193 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about talking to new moms to learn more about their health and their babies' health, so we can find ways to make pregnancy and early parenting safer and healthier for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indiana State Department of Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Indianapolis, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2021 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $175,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U01DP006580-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11070193 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women and new mothers in Indiana who can provide insights into their health behaviors and experiences.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or do not have infants may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The Indiana Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) aims to gather high-quality data on maternal and infant health to reduce risks associated with pregnancy and early infancy. By conducting monthly interviews, the program collects information that helps identify risk factors and barriers to healthcare services for mothers and infants. This data is used to inform public health programs and policies, ensuring they are effective and tailored to the needs of the community. Ultimately, the goal is to enhance maternal behaviors and health outcomes, thereby reducing infant morbidity and mortality rates.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for mothers and infants in Indiana by informing better health policies and programs.
How similar studies have gone: Similar programs in other states have successfully utilized PRAMS data to improve maternal and infant health outcomes, indicating a proven approach.
Where this research is happening
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Indiana State Department of Health
Indianapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Meyer, Catherine — Indiana State Department of Health
- Study coordinator: Meyer, Catherine
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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.