Marbles Study Uc Davis

The marbles study which began in 2006 investigates possible pre natal and post partum biological and environmental exposures and risk factors that may contribute to the development of autism.

Marbles study uc davis. Marbles participants undergo a series of evaluations during pregnancy birth and the first three years of the child s life. Of public health sciences university of california davis one shields ave. If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the marbles study please contact. Environmental protection agency r833292 and r829388 mind institute.

Participants keep diaries about their health diets and household product use. Marbles was published in 2012 it was a new york times bestseller but the topic is timely. Attention charge study 2825 50th street sacramento ca 95817 1 866 550 5027 beincharge ucdavis edu. It stands alongside efforts to prioritize mental health as a basic need at uc davis and in our communities said megan macklin book project coordinator in the office of diversity equity and inclusion.

8 to announced uc davis latest initiative in autism science. Our sponsors national institute of environmental health sciences. Pregnant women and new moms who already have one child with autism joined researchers and federal officials on aug. Marbles is the first prospective study that begins the search for causes and early markers of autism during pregnancy.

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