Understanding racial disparities in maternal and infant health in Wisconsin.
Official title: RFA-DP-21-001 DP006598 Wisconsin Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring Systems (PRAMS): Understanding Racial Disparities
Funded at Wisconsin Department of Health Services · NIH-11071935 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to understand the experiences of mothers in Wisconsin who have recently given birth, especially how their backgrounds might affect the health of moms and babies, so we can make better health programs for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wisconsin Department of Health Services NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2021 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $175,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U01DP006598-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11071935 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are mothers in Wisconsin who have recently given birth, particularly those from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not recent mothers or those who do not reside in Wisconsin may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the experiences and perspectives of mothers who recently had a live birth in Wisconsin, focusing on how these factors relate to racial and ethnic disparities in maternal and infant health outcomes. By conducting a survey of a diverse group of mothers, the project aims to gather high-quality data that can inform public health programs and policies. The findings will help identify behaviors and attitudes that contribute to inequities in health outcomes, ultimately guiding improvements in maternal and child health services.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that reduce racial disparities in maternal and infant health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research initiatives have successfully highlighted disparities in health outcomes, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Madison, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Diedrick, Meg — Wisconsin Department of Health Services
- Study coordinator: Diedrick, Meg
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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.