Mahalingaiah Lab
Advancing the scientific understanding of environmental, reproductive, and women’s health using digital platforms.
677 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115
Research
The Mahalingaiah Lab, led by Dr. Shruthi Mahalingiah, consists of a team of students and scientific researchers within the Department of Environmental Health at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. We use digital platforms to understand and advance environmental, reproductive, and women’s health.
Environmental Exposures and Toxicants
We investigate the relationship between exposure to air pollution, personal care product use, and other factors on gynecological diseases, pre-term birth, and infertility. These exposures, including the broad categories of endocrine disruptors, solvents, and pharmaceuticals, potentially pose risks to reproductive function, fertility, and the developing placenta and fetus.
Reproductive and Women’s Health
We have established a variety of cohorts to understand factors that impact ovulation and menstruation health across the lifespan. We fill the gap in scientific research assessing menstrual irregularities and reproductive health at all ages. Our studies focus on factors that optimize health during reproductive transition such as pregnancy, birth, and menopause, as well as diseases including ovulatory disorders such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), infertility, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids.
