Pathways to avoidable and unexplained deaths in the early lifecourse [ 2017 - 2020 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Carrington Shepherd (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Brad Farrant ,  Prof Fiona Stanley ,  Prof Rhonda Marriott

Brief description There continues to be unacceptable numbers of avoidable deaths in early life in Australia, particularity among disadvantaged groups. This project will use novel, large-scale population data to identify and quantify the impact of risks to early life mortality and preventable pathways. This new knowledge will inform new strategies to prevent stillbirth and child deaths for the benefit of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and other populations.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,134,474.66

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant