Understanding how uterine glycogen affects pregnancy success
Official title: The Role of Uterine Glycogen in Establishing a Successful Pregnancy
Funded at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign · NIH-10725894 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how the sugar stored in the uterus helps with getting pregnant and supporting a healthy embryo, which could lead to better fertility treatments for those trying to conceive.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Champaign, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $327,507 |
| NIH project number | 1R21HD112772-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10725894 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women experiencing infertility or recurrent pregnancy loss.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not seeking pregnancy or have no history of reproductive issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of glycogen stored in the uterus and its impact on successful pregnancy. It focuses on how the uterine environment supports embryo development, particularly during critical stages of implantation. By examining glucose secretion and uptake in the uterus, the study aims to uncover mechanisms that could lead to improved fertility outcomes. Patients may benefit from insights that could enhance reproductive health and address infertility issues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new strategies for improving fertility and reducing pregnancy complications.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promising results in understanding the role of uterine conditions in pregnancy, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dean, Matthew J — University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Study coordinator: Dean, Matthew J
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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.