Tracking fetal brain development in pregnancies affected by diabetes
Magnetoencephalography based tracking of fetal neurodevelopment in diabetic pregnancies
This study is looking at how diabetes in pregnant women might impact their baby's brain development, especially in the important third trimester, to help ensure healthier outcomes for both moms and their little ones.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Little Rock, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908527 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how diabetes in pregnant women affects the brain development of their fetuses. Using advanced magnetoencephalography technology, the study aims to monitor fetal brain activity and identify any potential neurological impairments that may arise due to maternal diabetes. By focusing on the third trimester, when fetal brain growth is critical, the research seeks to understand the relationship between maternal inflammation and fetal neurodevelopment. This approach allows for real-time assessments, which could lead to better outcomes for both mothers and their children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, particularly those in their third trimester.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those without a diagnosis of diabetes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved monitoring and interventions for fetuses at risk of neurological impairments due to maternal diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on maternal diabetes and fetal outcomes, this specific approach using real-time biomagnetic sensing is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
Little Rock, United States
- Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis — Little Rock, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Eswaran, Hari — Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
- Study coordinator: Eswaran, Hari
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.