Award
NIH Reporter #11394824
Epidemiological Study of Volatile Organic Compounds and Preterm Birth in Detroit
Recipient
Wayne State University
Award Amount
$293,931.00
Ceiling
$293,931.00
Awarded
July 03, 2026
Identifier
11394824
This award funds a research project by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences to study the effects of volatile organic compounds on preterm birth in Detroit, involving biomarker measurements and exposure source identification.
Description
The project focuses on studying the impact of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) on preterm birth in Detroit. The study involves measuring VOC metabolites in maternal urine, benzene protein adducts in the placenta, and biomarkers in maternal blood. The goal is to identify sources of VOCs and mechanisms linking exposure to adverse pregnancy outcomes. The project is funded by NIH/NIEHS and is part of a larger effort to understand environmental health risks.