Being born small is not good for the heart:early detection of cardiovascular risk [ 2013 - 2015 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Stephanie Yiallourou (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Sarah Hope ,  Prof Euan Wallace ,  Prof Rosemary Horne

Brief description Intra uterine growth restriction(IUGR) is linked to adult onset of cardiovascular disease. However, little is known about the mechanism(s) which underlie this link or which babies are most at risk. This study aims to assess cardiovascular function in infants and children who were growth restricted. Early identification of cardiovascular dysfunction may aid in new opportunities for monitoring and therapeutic targets to ultimately reduce later onset of cardiovascular morbidity in this population.

Funding Amount $AUD 486,757.73

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant