Understanding Complex Genomic And Biochemical Landscapes In Human Health Microbiology
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,210,520.00
Summary
There is increasing awareness of the critical roles microbes play in health. The microbes in our gut produce chemicals that control everything from our moods, to food metabolism and immune system function. In this proposal leading-edge technologies from the disciplines of microbiology, genomics, mass-spectrometry and computational biology will be used to reveal for the first time how and why these chemicals are produced by microbes in complex systems that are important for human health.
Transforming Treatment For Mental Health And Substance Use Disorders: Leveraging Technology To Bridge The Evidence-practice Gap
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,090,576.00
Summary
This research program will reduce the 25 year gap between research about treatments for mental and substance use disorders and the implementation of these treatments into clinical care. New treatments will be developed, driven by the needs of the key stakeholders in policy, industry, service provision, and lived experience. This will provide new knowledge about how to manage mental health and substance use problems.
Addressing The Hidden Epidemic Of Child And Adolescent Trauma
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$645,205.00
Summary
It is critical to address the hidden epidemic of child and adolescent trauma to improve the health and welfare of Australians. This research will not only enhance our understanding of the prevalence and impact of early trauma among Australians, but will also provide rigorous evidence for effective psychological interventions for the millions impacted by this significant and pervasive public health issue.
Alcohol Treatment For Aboriginal Men In And Out Of Prison
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$607,264.00
Summary
Over half the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people entering prison in NSW have unhealthy alcohol use (drinking over recommended limits, including alcohol dependence). Better access to evidence-based treatment is needed to improve health and reduce return to prison. My proposed research focuses on how clinical and behavioural treatments for alcohol use disorders can be improved on entry to prison, in prison and on release.
Transforming Approaches To Chronic Disease Prevention In Community Settings
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,738,220.00
Summary
Chronic disease is the leading cause of death in Australia. Research has identified a number of interventions to prevent chronic disease. However, most of these are impractical, difficult to implement and so have little impact in improving community health. In this research program I will generate evidence that is relevant for policy makers and practitioners, identifying effective interventions that can feasibly be delivered, and effective approaches to implement them in community settings.
Quantifying And Reducing The Burden Of New And Emerging Psychoactive Substances In Australia
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$645,205.00
Summary
The public health threat posed by emerging drugs of concern (e.g., new psychoactive substances (NPS) and crystalline methamphetamine) requires timely and effective public health interventions. This research program will strengthen estimates of the global NPS health burden, enhance the surveillance of unwitting drug consumption, and develop and evaluate novel harm reduction responses. Findings will inform policy and health service delivery, both globally and within Australia.
The Role Of Preconception And Perinatal Substance Use And Misuse In Childhood Social, Emotional And Behavioural Problems
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,562,250.00
Summary
This project will use perinatal and preconception data from three long-running Australian studies that have tracked the health and wellbeing of several thousand participants prior to parenthood. The aim is to understand how parental histories of substance use, and patterns of use during pregnancy, and in early life, shape offspring social, emotional and behavioural outcomes across childhood. Results will inform new approaches to preventing substance-related harms within and across generations.
Transforming Access To Addiction Treatment: Overcoming System Barriers And Developing Effective Early Intervention Approaches
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,195,288.00
Summary
Addiction is one of the most highly stigmatised disorders in our community, resulting in a near two decade delay before people seek treatment. Although individuals with alcohol and drug problems present many times to health services, there are multiple missed opportunities for intervention. This research will identify opportunities to facilitate early help-seeking and treatment via insights through data linkage and machine learning, as well as testing novel telephone-based models of care.