Aims: The project aims to advance knowledge and promote equitable opportunities by explaining the complex relationships between socioeconomic factors, particularly poverty and malnutrition, cognitive functioning and underlying brain networks.
Scientific Rationale: Uncovering associations between socioeconomic factors, brain development and skills poses key methodological/statistical challenges. This necessitates advancements in existing research methods to identify patterns and construct prediction models that reveal the complex interplay between socioeconomic factors, brain networks and cognitive functioning.
Project Duration: 4 years
Public Health Impact: The findings from this research have the potential to make significant contributions to public health. By better understanding the relationship between socioeconomic factors and brain health, we can inform public policy, potentially leading to more effective strategies for addressing wealth disparities. This is particularly relevant for communities impacted by poverty, as the research could pave the way for targeted interventions and support. Ultimately, this project aims to not only advance scientific knowledge but also to make a real difference in how we approach poverty in various socioeconomic contexts, making it a matter of public interest and benefit.