An investigation of dietary patterns and transitions in disadvantaged Australian preschool children: A Birth Cohort Study [ 2017 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Narendar Manohar (Principal investigator)

Brief description The current proposal explores the time of introduction of sugary foods/drinks, their longitudinal trajectory pattern, and their relationship to dental decay and overweight and/or obesity in disadvantaged Australian preschool children (from birth to age 3 years). It uses advanced research methods such as systematic reviews, longitudinal trajectory statistical analysis and structural equation modelling analysis.

Funding Amount $86,117.00

Funding Scheme Postgraduate Scholarships

Notes Public Health Postgraduate Scholarship