Cervix-on-a-chip inspires potential new treatment for preterm birth

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May 19, 2025, 12:00 PM

Researchers have developed a cervix-on-a-chip model using human cells to study the impact of the vaginal microbiome on pregnancy. This model aims to understand how inflammation and the vaginal microbiome contribute to premature birth, which affects millions of infants annually and is a leading cause of childhood mortality. The research identifies a potential treatment to prevent premature births. The study's findings could lead to new interventions to improve pregnancy outcomes.

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