Nasopharyngeal Metagenomics In Indigenous Children: Correlations With Otitis Media Aetiology And Treatment Failure.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$82,420.00
Summary
Indigenous children experience excessive rates of otitis media. The disease is caused by many different bacteria. Previously, researchers have only been able to examine one bacterium at a time. Metagenomics is a new science which allows study of numerous bacteria simultaneously. Using metagenomic methods, we aim to understand how otitis media develops and why some children do not respond to therapy. This will allow design of better interventions to improve ear health for Indigenous children.