How Does Predisposition of Asthma Transfer from Mother to Child? Make an Appointment Ask a Question Search Conditions National Jewish Health, Researcher Magdalena Gorska, MD, researches how asthma is transmitted from mother to child. Dr. Gorska is looking for molecules, cells and pathways that mediate this transmission. Related Videos Survey: Common Asthma Warnings Overlooked Severe Asthma Protect Your Child Against the September Epidemic Warning Signs of Adult Onset Asthma Millions Diagnosed With Asthma May Not Have It Asthma and Air Pollution: What We Know Diesel Exhaust Can Predispose Unborn Babies to Asthma Not All Wheezing is Asthma Transcript We would like to gain full understanding about transmission of asthma predisposition from a mother to a child. We look for new additional molecules, cells and pathways that mediate this transmission. We know that certain diesel derived compounds can cross placenta, but we are also looking into breast milk. As we develop a full picture of this transmission, we look for places to intervene to prevent asthma in children. Want to use this on your website? Fill out the content usage request form and then copy this code: