A population-based longitudinal assessment of early life vitamin D and risk of food allergy [ 2012 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Peter Vuillermin (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Katrina Allen ,  Prof Terry Dwyer

Brief description There has been a dramatic and unexplained increase in food allergy over recent decades. The increase in food allergy may relate to a concordant increase in early vitamin D insufficiency, however this hypothesis has never been directly tested. This project will use existing/funded samples from two NHMRC funded studies to conduct a detailed investigation of (i) the determinant and predictors of early life vitamin D insufficiency; and (ii) the association of vitamin D insufficiency and food allergy.

Funding Amount $AUD 466,086.28

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant