Training diverse researchers to study diabetes in pregnancy
Official title: Mentoring Underrepresented Researchers in Diabetes and Pregnancy Investigation
Funded at Massachusetts General Hospital · NIH-10918259 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping pregnant people with high blood sugar by training new researchers from diverse backgrounds to find better treatments that work for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $132,296 |
| NIH project number | 5K26DK138346-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10918259 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant individuals, especially those from underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds who are experiencing high blood sugar levels.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or those without diabetes or metabolic issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the impact of high blood sugar during pregnancy, which can lead to serious complications for both mothers and their children. The project aims to train a new generation of researchers who can conduct studies specifically on diabetes in pregnant individuals, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds. By enhancing the diversity of researchers in this field, the goal is to ensure that future diabetes treatments and technologies are inclusive and beneficial for all populations. The research will involve mentorship and development programs for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and management of diabetes during pregnancy, ultimately enhancing health outcomes for mothers and their children.
How similar studies have gone: While there has been significant progress in diabetes research, this specific focus on training diverse researchers in the context of pregnancy is a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Powe, Camille Elise — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Powe, Camille Elise
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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.