Abstract:IntroductionMultiple cohort studies have been established to investigate the impact of early life factors on development and health outcomes. In Australia the majority of these studies were established more than 20 years ago and, although longitudinal in nature, are inherently susceptible to socioeconomic, environmental and cultural influences which change over time. Additionally, rapid leaps in technology have increased our understanding of the complex role of gene–environment interactions in life course heal… Show more
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