placental biology scientific imageOur multidisciplinary program examines several aspects of placental biology that can influence fetal physiology.

This program includes the following key studies:

  • Evaluation of the effects of prenatal exposure to opioids on the placenta including DNA methylation and gene expression
  • Examination of COVID-19 biology during pregnancy
  • Analysis of how placental disorders impact development to increase the risk of neonatal lung and gut disorders

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Our Team

Contact

Principal Investigator
Elizabeth Taglauer
Elizabeth.Taglauer@bmc.org

Investigators

Research Projects

  • Effects of Prenatal Opioid Exposure on Placental DNA Methylation and Gene Expression, March of Dimes Research Grant
  • “MASC” Study: Mothers and Infants Affected by Signs and Symptoms of COVID-19, BU CTSI
  • “AliGN” Study: Antenatal determinants of Lung and Gut disease in Neonates
  • “PRIME” Study: Placental Repository to Improve Infant Outcomes
  • POD (Placental Markers of Opioid Use Disorder on Development) Study (R01HD113143)