B3383 - Environment-wide association study for adiposity in ALSPAC - 27/09/2019

B number: 
B3383
Principal applicant name: 
Jie V Zhao | The University of Hong Kong (Hong Kong)
Co-applicants: 
Dr. C Mary Schooling, Prof. Debbie Lawlor, Dr. Ahmed Elhakeem
Title of project: 
Environment-wide association study for adiposity in ALSPAC
Proposal summary: 
Impact of research: 
The increased prevalence of obesity and related comorbidities is a major public health problem. Identifying the potential drivers of adiposity will be helpful for providing dietary recommendations, and identifying a healthy diet and lifestyle. Examining the underlying pathways will improve risk prediction for adiposity and chronic diseases, provide new insights into the prevention and treatment strategies, with direct relevance to clinical practice and population health.
Date proposal received: 
Thursday, 26 September, 2019
Date proposal approved: 
Thursday, 26 September, 2019
Keywords: 
Epidemiology, Obesity, Statistical methods, BMI, Nutrition - breast feeding, diet