Identifying critical windows of susceptibility to metal toxicants using a novel biomarker of intrauterine exposure [ 2012 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Manish Arora (Principal investigator)

Brief description A significant proportion of Australian children are at health risk due to environmental metal exposure. It is suspected that exposure to metals during the prenatal period can result in permanent impairment. Human studies are, however, limited by lack of biomarkers that accurately measure exposure at specific times of intrauterine development. We are proposing to develop a novel method that utilizes human primary teeth to provide a direct measure of metal exposure during foetal development.

Funding Amount $AUD 379,913.75

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes New Investigator Grant