Newborn bloodspot biobank consent process to support research in Michigan hospitals
Official title: Implementing a Novel Consent Process for Biospecimen Research after Newborn Screening in Michigan Hospitals
Funded at Utah State Higher Education System--University of Utah · NIH-11374133 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A study to improve how parents and caregivers give permission for using newborn bloodspots in research to build a more representative biobank.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Utah State Higher Education System--University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2022 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $503,280 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HD082148-09 |
| Project ID | NIH-11374133 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Newborns and families in Michigan whose leftover bloodspots may be used for research as part of biobank efforts.
✕Less likely to help
If families choose not to participate, their newborn bloodspot samples will not be used for research under the new consent process.
What this research studies
This project focuses on creating a consent process for the use of leftover newborn bloodspots in genomic research, aiming to include samples from a broader population. It involves engaging stakeholders, testing consent materials, and implementing processes in Michigan hospitals. The goal is to make consent clearer and more practical so researchers can access diverse, high-quality biosamples while protecting families’ rights. The work will explore how the new consent approach affects participation, understanding, and trust in biobanking and precision medicine.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this could enable more representative biobanks that support equitable genomic research and improve the applicability of precision medicine.
How similar studies have gone: Other states have explored consent for newborn bloodspot research, with varying adoption and ongoing policy debates; this shows a path forward but with challenges.
Where this research is happening
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Utah State Higher Education System--University of Utah
Salt Lake City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rothwell, Erin — Utah State Higher Education System--University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Rothwell, Erin
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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.