The University of Queensland

NHMRC Training (Postdoctoral) Fellowship (co-funded with National Heart Foundation): Prolonged sitting and cardiovascular disease (2009–2013)

Abstract:

Cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes are significant and prevalent public health problems. Physical activity can decrease the risk for these conditions. However, reducing prolonged sitting may also be important. This research will add crucial new evidence on the role of sitting time in type 2 diabetes and heart disease, and will help with future decisions about whether reducing prolonged sitting at home and at work should be taken as seriously as promoting exercise for good health.

Grant type:

NHMRC Training (Postdoctoral) Fellowship

Researchers:

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  Professor Genevieve Healy

  MRFF Emerging Leadership Fellow
  

  School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences

  Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences

Funded by:

National Health and Medical Research Council