Award
NIH Reporter #3R21AI184169-02S1
Impact of in utero HIV and antiretroviral exposure on the placenta and birth weight
Recipient
Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
Award Amount
$11,187.00
Ceiling
$11,187.00
Awarded
January 23, 2026
Identifier
3R21AI184169-02S1
A research project funded by NIAID to study the effects of HIV and antiretroviral exposure during pregnancy on placental health and birth weight, using samples and data from an NIH-funded cohort in Uganda to inform clinical practices and improve child health outcomes.
Description
This study will use stored blood and hair samples and clinical data from an ongoing birth cohort study to elucidate the independent effects of HIV and ARV exposure on the placenta and birth weight. The research aims to optimize birth outcomes by improving ARV selection and management during pregnancy.