In vitro placental response to miRNAs associated with insulin resistance in pregnant women

The O’Tierney-Ginn lab in the Mother Infant Research Institute, Boston, seeks to understand how maternal-placental communication affects fetal growth and pregnancy outcomes. Specifically, they are investigating the mechanism of action of specific miRNAs produced by the placenta that were associated with maternal insulin resistance in pregnancy. In fall 2023, Ms. Lavoie will complete a 15-week internship to learn human placental collection, culture methods and analysis. She will assess the effect of miRNA of interest on human placental explants in vitro. This experience and the knowledge and skills she will develop are fully aligned with the objectives of her future scientific career.

Faculty Supervisor:

Luigi Bouchard

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Partner:

Tufts University

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology; Life Sciences (not health)

University:

Université de Sherbrooke

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