I am a general paediatrician involved in national epidemiological and clinical research about a range of childhood conditions in Australia. I also have expetise in research translation into the
Rapid Ferric Carboxymaltose Infusion (Ferinject) For Iron Deficiency Anaemia In Aboriginal Children: A Randomised Controlled Trial
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,236,421.00
Summary
The “Rapid Iron Infusion Project” will assess whether an intravenous infusion of ferric carboxymaltose (Ferinject) given over 15 minutes in children prior to their discharge from hospital will reduce the risk of ongoing anaemia. The potential benefits of iron infusion include higher haemoglobin levels, fewer painful iron injections over the next 6-9 months, better adherence to recommended treatment, and less use of primary health care resources.
A Population-based Longitudinal Assessment Of Early Life Vitamin D And Risk Of Food Allergy
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$466,086.00
Summary
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 ....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.Read moreRead less
Role Of Placental Heme-oxygenase Pathway In Regulating Preterm Neonatal Cardiovascular Function
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$176,719.00
Summary
Babies born prematurely are more likely to experience problems as a result of being born early with males doing worse than females. The mechanisms causing this difference are unknown. The control of blood flow in the placenta and fetus is essential for normal growth and development. This project will investigate the influence of duration of pregnancy, gender, and exposure to antenatal steroids on pathways that control blood flow in the placenta and the newborn in babies born after prematurely.
Implementing, Evaluating And Translating Pragmatic Strategies To Prevent Prenatal Alcohol Exposure (PAE), And Treat Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$340,038.00
Summary
Drinking alcohol when pregnant places the unborn child at risk of lifelong brain damage, that we call Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). We can prevent FASD by raising awareness of the harms of drinking in pregnancy, and supporting women not to drink. For those with FASD, treatment programs can help reduce learning and behavioural problems. Our research team work with communities and service providers to implement FASD Prevention and Treatment strategies, and raise awareness of FASD.
Improving Health Outcomes For Disadvantaged Children
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$585,269.00
Summary
I am a paediatrician researcher dedicated to improving health and quality of life for ill and disadvantaged children. The focus of my Fellowship will be research in three areas: rare childhood diseases, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, and vaccine-preventable disease, with attention to diagnosis, treatment and prevention. Alignment of my research and clinical work and my experience in evidence-based medicine will facilitate adoption of my research into clinical care and health policy.