Understanding and improving health factors affecting pregnant Black women
Identifying and Addressing Social Determinants of Health in Pregnant Women
['FUNDING_SBIR_1'] · POISERA, INC. · NIH-10815313
This study is creating a friendly mobile app to help Black pregnant women by chatting about their unique needs and challenges, so they can get better support and care during their pregnancy.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_SBIR_1'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | POISERA, INC. (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10815313 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on identifying and addressing the social determinants of health that significantly impact Black pregnant women. It aims to develop a mobile health app that utilizes personalized and culturally competent chatbot conversations to screen for and address these social needs. By understanding the economic, social, and environmental factors that contribute to health disparities, the project seeks to empower clinicians and improve trust between healthcare providers and patients. The approach includes monitoring maternal mood disorders and providing tailored support to enhance overall maternal health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black pregnant women who may be experiencing social, economic, or environmental challenges affecting their health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those who do not identify as Black may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for Black pregnant women by addressing the root causes of health disparities.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using technology to address health disparities, making this approach promising yet innovative.
Where this research is happening
ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES
- POISERA, INC. — ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KERPPOLA, MARIANNA — POISERA, INC.
- Study coordinator: KERPPOLA, MARIANNA
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.
Conditions: Affective Disorders