Training diverse researchers to improve maternal health
Early Career-CeNtered EnricHment to AdvaNce Research Careers in Maternal HEalth -ENHANCE-M
This study is all about improving the health of moms by training new researchers to include pregnant and breastfeeding people in their studies, especially those from diverse backgrounds, so they can better understand and tackle the challenges that affect maternal health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical College of Wisconsin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908695 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing maternal health by training a diverse group of early-stage investigators and postdoctoral fellows in clinical research methodologies. The program emphasizes the inclusion of pregnant and lactating individuals in clinical trials, aiming to address issues of structural racism and social determinants of health that impact maternal morbidity and mortality. Participants will engage in hands-on learning and community engagement, preparing them to conduct impactful research in maternal health. The initiative seeks to create a more equitable biomedical research workforce by recruiting candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include pregnant and lactating individuals, particularly those from racially and ethnically diverse backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or lactating may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved maternal health outcomes through better-informed clinical practices and policies.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focusing on training diverse researchers in maternal health have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Milwaukee, United States
- Medical College of Wisconsin — Milwaukee, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rader, Janet S. — Medical College of Wisconsin
- Study coordinator: Rader, Janet S.
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.