Understanding early life determinants of leading causes of mental disorder and chronic disease burden in populations.
Life expectancies worldwide have increased substantially over the past century; however, extended lifespans have not translated to extended healthspans. This study is part of the ongoing Australian Temperament Project, one of Australia’s longest running cohorts, having recently celebrated its 40th anniversary. From 2025, Generation 1 will enter their 70s, Generation 2 will enter their 40s, and Generation 3 will turn 10. This provides a rare opportunity examine the earlier life determinants of mental disorders and physical disease in middle and later life as well as across generations.
You can find out more about the Australian Temperament Project here: https://www.melbournechildrens.com/atp/
Meet the team
Chief investigators
- Prof Craig Olsson (CI)
- Prof David Burgner (CI)
- Ryan, Joanne (CI)
- Prof Timothy Slade (CI)
- Dr Christopher Greenwood (CI)
- Dr Elizabeth Spry (CI)
- Prof Peter Azzopardi (CI)
- Dr Primrose Letcher (CI)
- Prof Suzanne Robinson (CI)
- Prof Bob Hancox (CI)