Does maternal supplementation with n-3 long-chain PUFA in pregnancy influence cognitive development in childhood? [ 2010 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Robert Gibson (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Lisa Smithers ,  Prof Peter Anderson

Brief description During pregnancy, omega-3 fats (like those in fish) are deposited in the brain of the developing baby. Women get these fats from the diet but Australian women typically eat a diet low in fish. Because research has linked high fish intake in pregnancy with better IQ in children, omega-3 oils are included in some pregnancy supplements. However their effect on child development is not clear. This project will test whether taking fish oil while pregnant improves a child's IQ.

Funding Amount $AUD 552,676.05

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant