Research projects
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An epigenetic approach to understanding effects of malnutrition on immune system development and function
Developing countries are facing an emerging health concern known as the double burden of malnutrition (DBM).
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From Society to Cell: Exploring the Social Exposome to Reduce Inequalities in Child Health and Development in Canada
In UNICEF’s recent Report Card that assessed child well-being, Canada ranked only 30 out of 38 high income countries. Despite being the 5th most prosperous country in the world, Canada’s rankings were alarmingly low on key measures of children’s health and safety, as well as child poverty (17% of all children).
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Metabolomics-Guided Social Exposome Study to Identify Critical environmental Exposures for Child Health and Development in Canada
Despite being one of the most prosperous countries in the world, Canada has unsatisfied performance in measuring children’s health and safety, as well as child poverty rates. One critical aspect related to children’s wellness is their living conditions.
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Using Baby Teeth to Quantify Prenatal and Early Childhood Exposures
The purpose of this study is to determine if we can use teeth to understand an individual’s early life environments and experiences, in particular exposure to substances found in our environment, like lead.