Altering meal times to reverse the metabolic consequences of shift work [ 2016 - 2019 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Siobhan Banks (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Alison Coates ,  A/Pr Jillian Dorrian ,  A/Pr Leonie Heilbronn ,  Prof David Kennaway

Brief description Shift work disrupts the internal body clock, which increases the risk for obesity and type 2 diabetes. Our research demonstrates meal timing plays an important role in this metabolic disturbance. Data from animal studies suggests that the adverse consequences of shift work can be reduced by eating only during the day. This study will investigate if this also occurs in humans, potentially leading to a straightforward solution to reduce the burden of chronic diseases in shift workers.

Funding Amount $AUD 760,788.02

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant