The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development awarded a $613,253 Project Grant (CFDA 93.865 - Child Health and Human Development Extramural Research) to the University of Texas at Austin. This 5-year grant, effective September 1, 2024, will fund research to assess maternal pancreas growth and structure using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) during pregnancy. The study aims to establish links between maternal pancreas characteristics and the development of diabetes, including gestational diabetes, to improve prediction and early intervention. The research will analyze maternal and fetal pancreas data to investigate diabetes risk factors and interactions with fetal development. This project leverages the university's expertise in quantitative pancreas MRI analysis to provide new insights into the pathogenesis of diabetes during pregnancy.
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