Advancing Contraceptive Innovation
The Contraceptive Technology Innovation (CTI) Exchange is a platform for increasing global access to resources on contraceptive research, development, registration, and introduction through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
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Latest news, events, resources, and thought pieces from the Exchange's blog
Ovaprene® holds promise as non-hormonal contraceptive
Ovaprene®, a non-hormonal, monthly birth control ring for women, has been identified as a first-in-category contraceptive product to watch in 2019. Ovaprene® consists of a vaginal silicone ring encompassing a...
Potential role of genetics in contraceptive failure
Women are often counseled that “perfect” use of hormonal contraception results in greater effectiveness than “typical” use, which encompasses human error in drug dosing and administration. However, a small percentage...
Contraceptive Jewelry Under Development
In the future, preventing pregnancy may be as easy as putting on jewelry. According to an article in the Journal of Controlled Release, researchers at Georgia Tech have tested a...
It’s an exciting time at the CTI Exchange!
Since 2015, the CTI Exchange has served as a platform to increase global access to information and resources that supports contraceptive research, development, registration and introduction. Through collaboration with our...
Why Aren’t Female Condom Markets Working?
Gloria dreams of a contraceptive and HIV prevention method that she can control. As a university student in Zambia, Gloria goes on dates in between working and studying. Some of...
DHS Program Seeks Feedback on Model Questionnaires
The Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) Program is currently soliciting feedback on its model questionnaires, optional modules, and biomarkers. The purpose of collecting user input is to enhance the DHS-8...
Why Contraceptive Innovation?
Despite the availability of various contraceptive methods, more than 200 million women in developing countries want to avoid or delay pregnancy yet are not using an effective family planning method. For some of these women, access to contraception is limited. For others, currently available methods do not meet their needs or preferences or are unaffordable. Innovative solutions are needed in the areas of product development, registration, pricing, and introduction to address these barriers.
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A one-stop shop for resources related to contraceptive research and development
The CTI Exchange offers resources about contraceptive research and development, including information about products currently in development, preclinical and clinical research, and opportunities for future investment. This easily searchable resource library also includes information about regulatory requirements, quality assurance standards, intellectual property, and product introduction strategies, as well as tools for advocacy.
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