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Association between prenatal exposure to plastics and autism in boys

How a common plastic chemical, bisphenol A, can influence the molecular development of the brain in utero for some children.

Cutting-edge science meets people power

Geelong kids are shaping global research as part of an ambitious health study.

Geelong experts research causes of perinatal depression

Experts are joining forces to uncover causes of perinatal depression, amid rising rates in the region.

Gut bacteria may predict a child’s risk of future anxiety

BIS is the first to show that children with a lower amount of Prevotella at age one are more likely to have anxiety-like behaviours at two.

Healthy gut bacteria in pregnancy are pivotal to preventing complications

Leafy greens in pregnancy may help prevent allergies and autoimmune conditions in children.

Meet our BIS Tooth Fairy, Dr Mihiri Silva

Collecting baby teeth helps BIS researchers explore early-life risk factors for dental health.

Antibiotics and Early Life Health

BIS has been investigating how antibiotic use affects the microbiome and long-term health since the project began.

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Barwon Infant Study
Child Health Research Unit, Barwon Health
PO Box 281, Geelong VIC 3220

Child Health Research Unit, Barwon Health
Level 2 , HERB B Building (behind Kitchener House)
285 Ryrie St, Geelong VIC

Email
bis@barwonhealth.org.au

Phone
0400 432 976

News

Association between prenatal exposure to plastics and autism in boys

Cutting-edge science meets people power

Geelong experts research causes of perinatal depression

Gut bacteria may predict a child’s risk of future anxiety

Healthy gut bacteria in pregnancy are pivotal to preventing complications

Meet our BIS Tooth Fairy, Dr Mihiri Silva

Antibiotics and Early Life Health

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