We're born like that - New research shows males and females approach risk-taking differently even in utero.
When: Tuesday 13th July, 5.30-6.30pm
Where: Napier Building, Lecture Theatre 102, North Terrace Campus
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An incredible new chapter has been revealed in the still unfolding story of human in-utero development.
Research at the University of Adelaide's Robinson Institute has shown the human fetus is able to deliberately slow and modify its development in response to a sub-optimal maternal environment, such as if the mother has a pre-existing disease or suffers extreme stress.
This increases its chances of survival. But remarkably, only female fetuses use the ability. Males instead "roll the dice" and attempt to continue growing at their normal rate, placing them at greater risk should further complications arise.
Associate Professor Vicki Clifton discusses this fascinating growth mechanism and its possible implications for managing pregnancy.
View Research Tuesday for further event details (this seminar is open to the general public).
