Research Blog

Researchers uncover how good and bad vaginal bacteria compete during pregnancy, opening new doors for probiotic therapies to help prevent preterm birth.

Stanford scientists use AI to create personalized IV nutrition plans for preterm newborns, potentially improving outcomes and reducing complications in NICUs.

Stanford scientists use AI to create synthetic biological data, speeding medical research and aiding biomarker discovery for preterm birth and other conditions.

March of Dimes data links space conditions to pregnancy risks, advancing miRNA research for better detection and care for moms and babies.

March of Dimes alumni Drs. Ambros and Ruvkun win Nobel for miRNA discovery, advancing genetics research on disease, pregnancy health, and infant development.

UCSF study reveals unique causes of spontaneous preterm birth, distinct from indicated preterm birth, paving the way for targeted early labor research.

Preterm birth may alter vaginal sugar profiles, suggests Imperial PRC study, highlighting potential glycome shifts tied to labor onset in high-risk pregnancies.

Elevated blood sugar below gestational diabetes levels raises preterm birth risk, particularly in obese women, revealing overlooked at-risk groups.

Researchers reaffirm a study that maternal depression disrupts emotional co-regulation with infants, impacting their social development and connection.

Vegan diets during pregnancy linked to lower birth weight and higher preeclampsia risk; study suggests careful planning to avoid nutrient deficiencies.

High copper levels during pregnancy may increase preterm birth risk, Ohio PRC finds. More research needed to clarify the link between copper and birth outcomes.

Persistent BV infection during pregnancy linked to higher preterm birth risk, Stanford study finds, highlighting need for monitoring and treatment.

Stress during pregnancy linked to difficult child temperament via inflammation affecting fetal brain pathways, says March of Dimes study.

March of Dimes funds research on whether the risk of adverse birth outcomes from early-life residence in poor neighborhoods can be reversed after two generations.

After a preterm delivery, a mom credits March of Dimes for support and seeks to aid research and advocacy for maternal and infant health.

UCSF study finds antidepressants do not increase preterm birth risk, while untreated depression raises risk by 10%.

Dr. José Villar wins the 2024 Agnes Higgins Award for his pioneering work on the impact of maternal nutrition on fetal growth and pregnancy outcomes.

Stanford PRC's AI breakthrough predicts labor onset, preterm birth, and preeclampsia, advancing targeted care for pregnant women.

Living in tree-deprived urban areas doubles the risk of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy. UPenn research advocates green spaces for perinatal health equity, revealing a persistent link beyond socioeconomic factors.

AI model finds preterm birth risk linked to reduced sleep and activity in pregnancy. Discover the groundbreaking research at Stanford Medicine's March of Dimes PRC.

Stanford PRC leaders publish a groundbreaking review on noninvasive prenatal testing, exploring its evolution, ethical questions, and future possibilities.

Discover Dr. Timothy Hand's groundbreaking research on breast milk's impact on NEC. Learn more about this vital study.

Scientists use March of Dimes data to create predictive models for preterm birth—a testament to open science and global collaboration.

Breakthrough blood test predicts preeclampsia risk early in pregnancy with 75% accuracy, offering potential for preventive care.

Stanford research links maternal stress to child's brain function, revealing key insights into child development.

Stanford researchers use Machine Learning to predict prematurity-related newborn diseases before birth, revolutionizing neonatal care.