University of Bristol

Academic Institute

James DoddRaquel GranellJack Grenville

B3780

Multiple studies have found an association between decline in lung function and cognitive ability in later life such as memory and problem solving, but the relationship in childhood remains unknown. If an independent association between lung function and cognitive ability can be identified, the possibility arises that interventions to reduce pre-birth or early life risk factors for poor lung function could improve children’s life chances.

Improve our understanding of 2 of the word's leading long term condition of chronic lung disease and cognitive dysfunction.

17/05/2021