Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1050688]
Researchers:
Prof Natasha Nassar
(Principal investigator)
,
A/Pr Christine Roberts
,
Dr Michelle Jack
,
Dr Veronica Wiley
,
Mr Charles Algert
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Brief description Adequate levels of newborn thyroid hormones are essential for brain development.Newborn screening for thyroid hormone deficiency ensures early identification, treatment & prevention of severe intellectual disability.But there is clinical uncertainty in mildly abnormal levels.We will assess thyroid hormone levels & subsequent educational outcomes in 1.5M Australian babies.There is potential to identify infants who, without treatment, may suffer longterm disability & lower educational achievement
Funding Amount $AUD 490,495.51
Funding Scheme Project Grants
Notes Standard Project Grant
- nhmrc : 1050688
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1050688