Optimising Future Human Health by Optimising Birth Outcomes [ 2018 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Roger Smith (Principal investigator)

Brief description Laureate Professor Smith received an AM for his research on human pregnancy and contributions to Indigenous maternal health. His research has dramatically expanded in the last 5 years to include stillbirth, viral infections during pregnancy, early detection of renal disease, the development of targeted nanoparticles for delivery of therapeutics to the uterus, and data-linkage to test the impact of antenatal care. His research seeks to optimise the health of pregnant women and their children.

Funding Amount $876,005.00

Funding Scheme Research Fellowships

Notes Research Fellowship