Bone Genetics and Epidemiology
Our research draws on the Dubbo Osteoporosis Epidemiology Study (DOES), which began in 1989 and is the world’s longest running large-scale epidemiological study of osteoporotic fractures in men and women.
We are using the DOES data to develop predictive models, based on multiple risk factors, to identify men and women at high risk of bone fractures and to determine who would benefit most from preventative interventions.
We are also continuing to search for new osteoporosis genes that may predict those who are at low risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures – taking into account environmental factors such as physical activity, dietary habits, medication, fall-related and hormonal factors.
Finding and understanding how these genes work and interact with other known genes will help identify targets for novel therapies.
Staff
| Clinical Research Associate Janet Watters |
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 Clinical Research Nurse Ashley Douglas |
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 Research OfficerDr Nguyen Nguyen |
 Research AssistantHeather Gordon |
 Research OfficerDana Bliuc |
 PhD StudentBich Tran |
 PhD StudentMei Chan |
 PhD StudentDr Malgorzata Brzozowska |
 PhD StudentSing Nguyen |
 PhD StudentShuman Yang |
