PROJECTS
Our current work in the lab
Impact of prenatal alcohol exposure on adult health outcomes
We're studying how prenatal alcohol exposure affects health long-term, especially in adulthood. While it is known that drinking during pregnancy can impact childhood development, we want to understand its effects on the immune system, metabolism, aging, and brain function later in life. Our goal is to provide insights that help professionals support adults with prenatal alcohol exposure through better medical and social services.
IMMUNE HERO
The importance of the gut microbiome to overall health and development has become increasingly evident, however, little, research has been done to examine the effects of prenatal exposure on this system. The IMMUNE-HERO [IMmune system and Microbiome changes: Understanding alterations in NEurodevelopmental (IMMUNE) conditions to improve Health and Emotional Regulation Outcomes in children (HERO)] study goal is to better understand whole-body health in children with the aim to better explore the interconnection of the gut microbiome, immune system, and cardiac health in relation to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder with a special focus on youth mental health. Better understanding FASD and ASD from a whole-body perspective could lead to new approaches in health care for these individuals.
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Stroke Study
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Mental Health Study
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