February 07, 2021
Congratulations to Dr. Ramon Lorca, AGOLD Cohort 8, on receiving two grants.
NIH R03 HD101659 (PI: Lorca) 12/01/20-11/30/22
Myometrial artery potassium channel activity in intrauterine growth restriction pregnancy
This project will determine the role of K+ channels and intracellular Ca2+ in the regulation of myometrial artery vasoreactivity, both important contributors to uteroplacental perfusion, and, in turn, fetal growth.
20IPA35320027 (PI: Lorca) 01/01/21-12/31/22
American Heart Association - Innovative Project Award
Optogenetic control of vascular function during pregnancy
This project is aimed to develop a novel murine model of intrauterine growth restriction using optogenetics.