Volunteers needed for studies - ASD & NT's

Volunteers sought for food preference study

A School of Land and Food Sciences research team seeks caregivers who have a child (aged five to 12) with a diagnosis of Autism, Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or Asperger’s Syndrome, as well as caregivers of typically-developing children (aged five to 12). The team is interested in the food preferences of Australian children with and without Asperger’s Syndrome. A three part food preference questionnaire will be delivered to interested participants and a follow-up interview may be required. Details, email Dr Bruce D’Arcy or phone ext. 69190.

Volunteers sought for vitamin and mineral study

Healthy child volunteers aged four to 12 are sought to attend three, two-hour sessions, approximately six weeks apart, at the Royal Children’s Hospital, Herston. Testing will include a blood test, body composition measurements and a variety of questionnaires, with results available at the conclusion of the study. These types of tests are not typically available and may provide detailed information about the child’s vitamin and mineral levels. Details, email: n.schoendorfer@uq.edu.au.