We work with leading researchers from all around Australia, and help to promote research studies that focus on male health. You can find out about these studies below.
If you’re a researcher and would like to list your study you can find more information here.
Fatherhood and paternal health
Cognitive Adaptions Related to the Experience of Maternity and Paternity (CARE-MAP)
Parenthood changes a person’s life – physically, mentally, emotionally, and environmentally. Despite this, there is very little known about the effect of parenthood on human cognition. Therefore, in this project, we are seeking to understand the effects of parenthood on human cognition across the first two years of a child’s life. To do this, Monash University is recruiting parents with at least one child who is aged between 0 and 24 months, and individuals who do not have children.
Dad Booster
Becoming a dad doesn’t happen overnight and doesn’t happen without a fair amount of upheaval and challenges — and 10% of men may experience symptoms of depression when expecting a new baby. New fathers who are struggling are often overlooked and their difficulties are not acknowledged by a system that has focused mainly on mother and baby health and wellbeing. DadBooster is designed for men (fathers or non-birthing partners) who are helping to care for a baby who are feeling overwhelmed and may be experiencing some of the signs of anxiety and depression.
Food Intake and Epigenetic Alteration in the Spermatozoa of Singletons and Twins
Can a change in diet affect sperm health — and even future kids? That’s what researchers are aiming to find out by studying how short-term dietary changes impact sperm at a molecular level. They’re recruiting male twins, with each twin following a different diet for three weeks. Meals are designed by a qualified nutritionist, tailored to each participant and delivered to their home. Participants will wear a Fitbit, complete daily check-ins and visit Monash Medical Centre before and after the diet to provide samples. The findings could help us better understand how a father’s diet influences fertility and the health of future generations.
Stressed and Burnout Fathers
Are you a father in Australia feeling the pressures of parenting? Participate in a study exploring fathers’ lived experiences of stress and burnout. Conducted by the Australian College of Applied Professions, eligible participants will complete a brief online survey followed by a 45-60 minute Zoom interview.
Prostate health
PCEssentials Hormone Therapy Study
If you have prostate cancer and your doctor has recommended androgen deprivation therapy or hormone therapy, the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia would like to invite you to take part in a research study.
