Samantha Zambuto and Adrienne Scott to Present Pioneering Work in Placental Health and Technology Integration
Date: 1 September 2023
St. Louis, Missouri – The International Federation of Placenta Association (IFPA) Conference, slated from September 5 to September 8, 2023, in scenic Rotorua, New Zealand, is on the horizon, and it promises to be an arena of groundbreaking discoveries in the realm of maternal and fetal health. Two distinguished scholars from Washington University, Dr. Samantha Zambuto and Dr. Adrienne Scott, are set to take center stage, sharing their innovative research that holds the potential to revolutionize placental studies
Samantha Zambuto, a postdoctoral scholar, has made significant strides in understanding the properties of hydrogels and their application in creating artificial microenvironments that mimic the conditions of the uterus during pregnancy. She has been using hydrogels to model pregnancy, providing a unique platform to develop basic science insights into the intricate processes of implantation. Samantha’s research has the potential to reshape our comprehension of early pregnancy and, ultimately, improve maternal and fetal health outcomes.
Adrienne Scott, also a postdoctoral scholar, has embarked on a trailblazing journey involving the integration of new technology and AI learning to unravel the mysteries of the placenta. Her research aims to leverage cutting-edge technology to gain deeper insights into placental development and, notably, to identify early indicators of fetal problems. Adrienne’s presentation at IFPA is poised to showcase the transformative potential of technology in the realm of maternal-fetal medicine.
Both Samantha and Adrienne will not only deliver PowerPoint presentations, unveiling their pioneering work to the international placental research community but will also present posters, offering a visual representation of their groundbreaking research. These dual platforms will foster discussions, collaborations, and knowledge exchange among peers and experts attending the conference.
Dr. Michelle L. Oyen, the inaugural Director of the new Center for Women’s Health Engineering at Washington University, commented on their upcoming trip, saying, “Samantha and Adrienne represent the future of women’s health engineering research. Their innovative approaches to understanding placental health and leveraging technology underscore our commitment to advancing maternal and fetal well-being.”
The IFPA Conference, nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Rotorua, New Zealand, provides an ideal backdrop for the exchange of pioneering ideas and exploration of innovative research avenues in the field of placental health.
As Samantha Zambuto and Adrienne Scott gear up to unveil their groundbreaking research on hydrogels, technology, and placental health at the IFPA Conference, the global placental research community eagerly awaits the insights and potential breakthroughs that may emerge from their remarkable contributions.