Improving Our Understanding Of Causal Pathways To Cerebral Palsy
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$316,449.00
Summary
The type of brain injury in in children with cerebral palsy varies. In some children the brain developed abnormally in early pregnancy; others had a stroke or suffered from lack of oxygen around the time of birth. In many cases the exact cause remains unclear. This project will explore brain imaging, potential risk factors, and clinical outcomes for children with cerebral palsy to identify possible causes and prevention pathways.
The Aetiology And Prevention Of Pneumonia Of Indigenous Children In Northern Australia
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$344,258.00
Summary
This research aims to identify the causes of pneumonia in Indigenous children and to find out whether new and existing vaccines can reduce the amount of infections and their complications.
Microbial Involvement In The Development Of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$302,123.00
Summary
Despite extensive research investigating the causative agent(s) of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), the results of current studies remain inconclusive. One reason for this relates to study design and the sensitivity of techniques used. This project will investigate differences in the microbial composition and metabolic profiles of newly diagnosed IBD children as compared with matched controls. If successful, these results will provide insights into possible aetiological agent(s) of IBD.
Lifecourse Investigation Of Obesity And Adverse Cardiometabolic Health Outcomes: A Pooled Analysis Of Cohort Studies
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$393,278.00
Summary
Obesity cost Australia over $58 billion in 2008 alone. We are yet to identify any effective preventive strategies. Limited existing data suggests childhood factors (e.g., obesity) may have a long-term impact on health outcomes. The proposed study will examine the link between childhood factors and cardiovascular disease risk in adulthood in 4 studies that have collected biological and lifestyle factors from childhood to adulthood. This will lead to better understanding of such complex diseases.