Through the study of early environments, maternal physical health and genetics, ORIGINS aims to uncover when and why non-communicable diseases develop.
Sub-projects within this theme, look deeper into the impacts of environment and lifestyle on the development of chronic conditions and wellbeing.
With 22% of Australian children entering school developmentally vulnerable, The Flourishing Child study is developing a tool to connect parents and carers with support so they can best support their child's flourishing.
This study is aiming to investigate how sun exposure and time outside impacts the health of your child’s eye and eye growth, over a period of rapid growth in their lives.
Understanding how families engage with screen technologies and how it may influence child development
Helping families to unlock the mental and physical health benefits of connecting with nature and community through outdoor play - easily, and locally.
The ORIGINS Community Wellbeing during COVID-19 Project is investigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on emotional wellbeing, family functioning and perceived stress on families.
Plastics in Pregnancy (Phase One)
Determining the associations of sun exposure in early life on the development of non-communicable diseases.
This sub-project aims to fill the gap in knowledge of the effects of climate change on child health and wellbeing in Australia, and to propose data-driven adaptation trials to counter the most serious impacts.