Testing a new intravaginal ring to prevent pregnancy and STIs
Preclinical testing of a novel non-hormonal intravaginal ring to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections
This study is testing a new, non-hormonal vaginal ring that releases helpful ingredients to prevent unwanted pregnancies and STIs, giving women a safe and effective alternative to hormonal birth control.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Population Council NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10914844 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a novel non-hormonal intravaginal ring (IVR) designed to prevent unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The IVR will release a combination of Copper, Zinc acetate, and Lactide over a 30-day period, aiming to provide an alternative to hormonal contraceptives and enhance vaginal health. The study will conduct preclinical testing to assess the safety, efficacy, and optimal dosing of this innovative product, which could offer women more choices in contraception and STI prevention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women seeking effective contraception and protection against STIs without the use of hormonal methods.
Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in contraception or who have contraindications to the use of intravaginal devices may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide women with a new, effective, and non-hormonal option for preventing both pregnancy and STIs.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been successful developments in hormonal contraceptives, this approach of a non-hormonal multipurpose prevention technology is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Population Council — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Teleshova, Natalia — Population Council
- Study coordinator: Teleshova, Natalia
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.