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Metagenomic Characterisation of the Gut Microbiome and Effect of Complementary Feeding on Bifidobacterium spp. in Australian InfantsComplementary feeding induces dramatic ecological shifts in the infant gut microbiota toward more diverse compositions and functional metabolic capacities, with potential implications for immune and metabolic health. The aim of this study was to examine whether the age at which solid foods are introduced differentially affects the microbiota in predominantly breastfed infants compared with predominantly formula-fed infants.
This study explores the role of infant sleep in early childhood development.
Communicating with and Understanding your Baby
ORIGINS is looking for a PhD student to join The Flourishing Child sub-project, with the successful applicant receiving an award up to $30,000 to support their research.
Pregnancy Lifestyle Activity and Nutrition (PLAN)
SYMBA is promoting gut health (symbiosis) with prebiotic fibre taken during pregnancy for prevention of allergic disease.
Determining the associations of sun exposure in early life on the development of non-communicable diseases.
Understanding how families engage with screen technologies and how it may influence child development
Helping families to unlock the mental and physical health benefits of connecting with nature and community through outdoor play - easily, and locally.
The ORIGINS Community Wellbeing during COVID-19 Project is investigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on emotional wellbeing, family functioning and perceived stress on families.