Developmental changes in cerebral oxygenation after term and preterm birth [ 2011 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Rosemary Horne (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Flora Wong ,  Prof Adrian Walker

Brief description Approximately 10% of all births are preterm and the numbers of infants surviving are increasing. We have previously found that infants born preterm have lower blood pressure over the first 6 months after term equivalent age than infants born at term. We will use new technology to examine how preterm birth affects brain oxygenation and how this is altered with gestational age, sleep states and sleeping position, to provide insights into their increased risk for SIDS.

Funding Amount $AUD 445,306.18

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant