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Clinical trials and research at Women and Infants Hospital-Rhode Island
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 36 NIH-funded research projects at this institution, with $18.5 million in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 36NIH research projects
NIH-funded research (36)
Early-stage science funded by the US National Institutes of Health. Most of these projects don't enroll patients, but they show what is being worked on.
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Neonatal Brain Injury Protection with New Purine Compounds
A new medication approach using purine derivatives is being studied to protect newborn brains from injury caused by limited blood flow and oxygen during birth.
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Prenatal Nutrition and Maternal Stress: Impact on Baby’s Growth and Brain Development
This project uses data from a large pregnancy study to see how a mom’s stress and nutrition during pregnancy together affect a child’s growth and early brain development.
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Adolescent outcomes after very preterm birth using a holistic exposome approach
This grant aims to understand how a wide range of environmental, biological, and social factors together influence development in kids born very preterm.
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Juggling Work and Family for Parents of Very Preterm Babies
A study to understand how work and family demands affect parents of very preterm infants and how this shapes their ability to support their baby’s development.
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Randomized chatbot tool to support prenatal genetic counseling
A mobile chatbot helps pregnant people learn about prenatal genetic testing options and questions to ask their providers.
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Technology-based touchpoints to improve postpartum blood pressure care for people with hypertensive disorders
A modern, phone- and app-based program helps people who had high blood pressure during pregnancy measure their BP at home and stay connected with care after giving birth.
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Pelvic Floor Disorders Network site at Brown/WIH
A patient-facing site program that contributes to research on female pelvic floor disorders to improve care and outcomes.
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Enalapril to protect heart health after preeclampsia
A small study will test whether enalapril can help protect the heart and blood vessels of women after preeclampsia.
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Maternal-fetal medicine clinical trials site at Women & Infants Hospital
This site will run pregnancy and childbirth clinical studies to improve care for pregnant people and their newborns.
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Hidden signs of attention and social skills challenges in very preterm kids
A study following 240 children born very preterm to see if subtle attention, planning, and social communication differences appear by ages 3–5 and how they relate to school success.
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Neonatal brain protection with new purine-based medicines
A new family of purine-derived medicines is being studied to protect the brains of newborns after oxygen and blood flow problems.
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How a protein called UCHL1 helps ovarian health and fertility
Researchers are looking at whether the protein UCHL1 helps keep eggs healthy and protects fertility in people with ovaries.
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Chatbot to help with prenatal genetic testing decisions
This project offers a smartphone chatbot to help pregnant people understand prenatal genetic testing options and make informed choices.
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Balancing work and family after a NICU stay
This project follows parents of very preterm infants to understand how they manage returning to work and caring for their baby, with special attention to Black and low-income families.
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Low-dose aspirin after pregnancy high blood pressure to help blood vessels heal
People who had preeclampsia will take low-dose aspirin or a placebo after delivery to help blood vessels recover and lower blood pressure within six months.
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Using low-dose aspirin to improve heart health after pregnancy complications
This study is looking at whether taking low-dose aspirin can help improve heart and blood vessel health in women who have had preeclampsia after giving birth, and it’s for those who want to know if this could be a helpful option for their recovery.
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Remote blood pressure support for postpartum high blood pressure
This project uses a smartphone app, a home blood pressure monitor, and a remote care team to help people who had high blood pressure during pregnancy track and manage their blood pressure after delivery.
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CBT smartphone app to help prevent postpartum depression
This project provides a smartphone app that delivers group-based cognitive behavioral therapy to help prevent postpartum depression in new mothers, especially those facing barriers to in-person care.
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Understanding and Improving Care for Pelvic Floor Disorders
This program helps women with pelvic floor disorders by bringing together experts to learn more about these conditions and find better ways to care for them.
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Coordinated support for depression during and after pregnancy
A collaborative care approach to help pregnant and postpartum people get better screening, treatment, and follow-up for depression.
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Investigating the causes of attention problems in very preterm children.
This study is looking at how different things in a child's environment and their biology can affect attention problems in kids who were born very early, so we can find ways to help them do better in school.
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Oral vs IV Iron in Pregnancy: A Larger Trial to Prevent Anemia and Transfusions
This study tests whether IV iron during pregnancy can be better than oral iron at improving anemia and reducing the need for blood transfusions.
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Understanding the role of a specific enzyme in female fertility and ovarian health
This study is looking at how a specific enzyme called UCHL1 impacts women's ovarian health and fertility, with the hope of finding ways to better understand and improve fertility for women trying to conceive.
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Effects of a lifestyle change on breastfeeding and infant growth after pregnancy
This study is looking at how a special program that helps new moms who are overweight or obese eat better and exercise can improve their breastfeeding experience and the quality of their breastmilk, so they can support their baby's growth and health.
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How caregiving affects attention and thinking skills in children born very preterm
This study is looking at how the care that very preterm babies receive can affect their ability to pay attention and think as they grow up, with the goal of finding ways to help them do better when they start school.
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Using technology to improve blood pressure management in postpartum individuals with pregnancy-related hypertension
This study is testing a new way for new parents, especially those from minority backgrounds, to manage high blood pressure at home after pregnancy, making it easier for them to get the care they need without the hassle of traveling to appointments.
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Improving support for women with depression during and after pregnancy
This study is working to improve support for women dealing with depression during and after pregnancy by bringing together mental health and pregnancy care, making sure everyone gets the help they need, no matter their background.
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Exploring the challenges faced by parents of premature infants in balancing work and family life
This study is looking at how parents of premature babies in the NICU manage their work and family life, especially focusing on the challenges faced by diverse families, like those from Black and low-income backgrounds, to help improve support for them and their babies.
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Understanding blood sugar levels during pregnancy and their effects on mothers and children
This study is looking at how blood sugar levels during pregnancy can impact the health of both moms and their babies, especially in relation to childhood obesity, and it's for pregnant women who are being tested for gestational diabetes.
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An app to help prevent postpartum depression in new mothers
This study is testing a smartphone app that offers support and therapy for new moms who might be struggling with postpartum depression, especially those who may find it hard to get help in traditional ways, so they can feel better and have the support they need.
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New method to control severe bleeding after childbirth.
This study is looking at a new way to help women who experience heavy bleeding after giving birth by using a special vacuum method along with a balloon treatment, and it aims to see if this approach works better than the usual care.
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Using a chatbot to help with prenatal genetic counseling
This study is exploring how a friendly chatbot can help pregnant people learn about genetic testing options, making it easier for them to get important information when there aren't many genetic counselors available.
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Investigating signs of neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome and its long-term effects on development
This study is looking at newborns who were exposed to opioids to find early signs of withdrawal and see how it affects their development, so we can help them better before any symptoms show up, and we'll check in on their growth at 6 and 18 months.
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New treatment approach for brain injury in newborns
This study is looking at a new type of medicine that could help protect newborns' brains from damage when they don't get enough oxygen, aiming to reduce inflammation and improve brain health, which could lead to better outcomes for babies affected by this condition.
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Improving healthcare services for new families affected by COVID-19
This study is all about helping new parents who have had a tough time during the COVID-19 pandemic by making sure they get the support they need for things like postpartum depression and caring for their babies, especially for families who might not have easy access to healthcare.
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Using a computerized program to help reduce intimate partner violence in pregnant women seeking mental health support.
This study is testing a helpful online program called 'Strength for U in Relationship Empowerment' (SURE) to see if it can reduce intimate partner violence among pregnant or new moms who are also looking for mental health support, so they and their babies can be healthier and happier.
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