The impact of air pollution on pregnancy loss
Air Pollution and Pregnancy Loss
['FUNDING_R01'] · COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES · NIH-10845678
This study looks at how air pollution, especially from traffic, might affect the chances of having a miscarriage, using data from Denmark to find out which specific pollutants could be a problem for pregnant people.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10845678 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how exposure to air pollution, particularly fine particulate matter and traffic-related pollutants, affects the risk of pregnancy loss. By analyzing live birth data from Denmark alongside detailed air pollution models, the study aims to identify specific air quality factors that may contribute to miscarriages. The approach focuses on overcoming previous challenges in linking air pollution to pregnancy outcomes by using a novel time series design. This research is crucial for understanding modifiable risk factors that could help improve pregnancy outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant individuals or those planning to conceive, particularly in areas with varying levels of air pollution.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or not planning to conceive may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health guidelines and interventions to reduce pregnancy loss associated with air pollution.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated a link between air pollution and pregnancy complications, but this study employs a novel methodology that has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DEYSSENROTH, MAYA ARIANE — COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES
- Study coordinator: DEYSSENROTH, MAYA ARIANE
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.