CAREER: Multiscale modeling of blood flow and oxygen transport in the human placenta to un — NSF Award to Carnegie Mellon Universi
The placenta is an important organ that allows the exchange of gases and nutrients between a mother and baby. When the placenta does not form or function correctly, it can lead to serious pregnancy complications and health risks for both mother and baby. Yet, despite its importance, studying the placenta during pregnan
| Award title | CAREER: Multiscale modeling of blood flow and oxygen transport in the human placenta to un |
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| Award ID | 2544140 |
| Awardee | Carnegie Mellon University |
| City | PITTSBURGH |
| State | PA |
| Amount obligated | $575,000 |
| Principal investigator | Noelia Grande Gutiérrez |
| Program | Engineering of Biomed Systems |
| Start date | 06/15/2026 |
| Abstract | The placenta is an important organ that allows the exchange of gases and nutrients between a mother and baby. When the placenta does not form or function correctly, it can lead to serious pregnancy complications and health risks for both mother and baby. Yet, despite its importance, studying the placenta during pregnancy remains difficult due to ethical and safety reasons. Studies in animal models provide limited information as the placenta can vary significantly between species. This CAREER pro |
| Source | NSF Awards |
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