Aga Khan University

This study is testing if a probiotic called VE818 can improve gut health in pregnant women. Researchers want to see if taking VE818 after a short antibiotic course can reduce harmful gut bacteria and lower gut inflammation. The goal is to see if this leads to better nutrient abso…

This study is testing whether an enhanced vitamin supplement for mothers improves their babies' health compared to standard vitamins. It will enroll 3,000 pregnant women in Pakistan to see if the enhanced formula leads to healthier births and better growth in the first six months…

This study is testing whether low-cost home improvements and practical advice can protect people's health during extreme heat in crowded, low-income neighborhoods of Karachi, Pakistan. Researchers will work with over 7,000 households to see if simple changes like adding shade, pa…

This study is testing whether a smartphone app can help new mothers in Pakistan feed their babies better. Researchers will give 300 pregnant women either the app, which sends weekly tips, or standard in-person advice. They want to see if the app leads to more babies being exclusi…

This study is testing whether simple, low-cost home improvements like reflective roof paint, added shade, and better airflow can protect people's health during extreme heat in rural Pakistan. Researchers will compare villages that receive these cooling interventions and heat safe…

This study is testing whether combining different pain management techniques with enhanced recovery guidelines can help women go home sooner after laparoscopic gynecological surgery. Researchers will compare two approaches in 98 women having elective procedures. The main goal is …

This study aims to understand how exposure to high temperatures during pregnancy affects the health of mothers and their babies. Researchers will follow 6,000 pregnant women in rural Pakistan, measuring their heat exposure and tracking pregnancy outcomes like birth weight and pre…

This study aims to understand if a specially prepared goat milk formula is a safe and nutritious option for babies who cannot be exclusively breastfed. Researchers will compare the growth, gut health, and nutritional markers of 15 infants receiving either the goat milk formula, p…