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Longitudinal associations of DNA methylation and sleep in children
Safe People
Organisation name
University of Bristol
Organisation sector
Academic Institute
Applicant name(s)
Rebecca Richmond
Dr Sara Sammallahti
Safe Projects
Project ID
B3908
Lay summary
Sleep is important for healthy functioning in children. However, the biological factors underlying sleep development in childhood remain unclear. Epigenetic processes may serve as a biological mechanism that underlie differences in child sleep characteristics.
Public benefit statement
DNA methylation patterns associated with childhood sleep characteristics may provide insights into mechanisms by which genetic and environmental exposures in early life influence sleep.
Latest approval date
26/10/2021