Understanding the health needs of women Veterans
Official title: BLRD Research Career Scientist Award Application
Funded at Omaha VA Medical Center · NIH-10948894 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how being in the military affects the health of women Veterans, especially regarding issues like infertility and metabolic disorders, to help improve their healthcare and support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Omaha VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Omaha, United States) |
| Project start | October 1, 2021 |
| Project end | September 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5IK6BX005797-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10948894 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women Veterans, particularly those of childbearing age experiencing health issues related to ovarian function.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Veterans or who do not have health concerns related to ovarian function may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the unique health experiences and needs of women Veterans, particularly as their participation in the military increases. It aims to investigate how military experiences affect women's health outcomes and healthcare services throughout their lives. The study will explore conditions such as infertility and metabolic disorders linked to ovarian function, which are particularly relevant for female Veterans of childbearing age. By understanding these issues, the research seeks to improve the quality of care provided to this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare services and outcomes for women Veterans.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing women's health issues in military populations, indicating a promising avenue for this investigation.
Where this research is happening
-
Omaha VA Medical Center
Omaha, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Davis, John S — Omaha VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Davis, John S
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.