Institute For Human Development And Potential (ihdp), Singapore

This study tests whether a natural substance called maslinic acid, found in olives, can safely activate brown fat—a type of fat that burns calories—to improve metabolism in people with obesity or early signs of diabetes. Fifty Chinese adults aged 21–60 with a BMI of 23–32 and a l…

This study looks at how a mother's stress, anxiety, and mood during pregnancy might influence her child's brain development and behavior. Researchers are following 587 families in Singapore, including mothers, fathers, and children, to understand these connections. They will use …

This study follows about 1,400 pregnant women and their children for at least 4 years after birth. Researchers want to learn how stress, social support, and genetics affect a mother's mental health during pregnancy and her child's development. The study does not test any treatmen…