Understanding the health impacts of environmental stressors on African American mothers and children
Maintenance and Enhancement of the Atlanta African American Maternal-Child Cohort
This study is looking at how things in the environment, like chemicals and other stressors, can affect the health of African American mothers and their children during pregnancy and early childhood, with the goal of finding ways to improve health outcomes for families in this community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10817493 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how exposure to environmental stressors, both chemical and non-chemical, during pregnancy and early childhood affects the health of African American mothers and their children. It focuses on understanding the disparities in health outcomes that disproportionately affect this community, including issues like preterm birth and neurodevelopmental delays. The study involves enrolling mothers during early pregnancy and following their health and their children's health over time, utilizing a diverse cohort to gather comprehensive data. By identifying biological markers and understanding the complexities of these health issues, the research aims to inform better preventive measures and health interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are African American mothers who are pregnant or have children aged 0-11 years.
Not a fit: Patients outside the African American community or those not in the specified age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for African American mothers and children by identifying critical environmental factors that affect their health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding health disparities related to environmental exposures, making this approach both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dunlop, Anne Lang — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Dunlop, Anne Lang
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.