Early Origins Study of Cystic Fibrosis-related Diabetes [ 2018 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Bernadette Prentice (Principal investigator)

Brief description Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic condition that causes recurrent lung infections and early death. Some patients also develop diabetes which causes a more rapid decline. Many young children with CF have “pre-diabetes” but guidelines do not recommend screening high glucose in this group. In order to intervene early, this study aims to determine if “pre-diabetes” in very young children with Cystic Fibrosis causes poorer growth, lung function or an increase in bacterial infections to.

Funding Amount $126,437.00

Funding Scheme Postgraduate Scholarships

Notes Medical/Dental Postgraduate Scholarship