We are seeking a graduate student/research coordinator to assist with a pilot study we are initiating, the Hypothalamus, Placenta, Pancreas (HYPP) study. This study focuses on examining associations between maternal hypothalamic brain changes, beta cell function/glucose dysregulation, and single cell analyses in placenta. The hypothalamic brain changes will be examined through MRI scans done at the Center for Systems Imaging (Clifton campus). Glucose dysregulation will be examined through CGM placement. Placental tissue will be captured for single cell analyses.  There will be interesting intellectual/scientific opportunities and possibility of contributing to papers in grants.

The study will meet subjects at the Center for Systems Imaging (CSIC) on the Clifton campus, where they will have their MRI. We will perform a CGM placement, BIA/Skin caliper measures, vaginal/rectal/nasal swabs and blood draw at the same site (in exam rooms on the site). Placental samples and maternal blood will also be collected at time of delivery.  Schedule to assist with study visits will need to be flexible (as MRI scans will need to be scheduled at patient convenience) and deliveries may not be able to be planned. 50% effort would be necessary for this particular position. Please contact Dr. Suchitra Chandrasekaran with any questions. 

Suchitra Chandrasekaran, MD MSCE

email: schan51 [at] emory [dot] edu

cell: 2536701268