Inside the groundbreaking study to monitor 30,000 babies

WorldFamily & Parenting
9 Sep 2025 • 1:54 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • The Generation New Era study will track up to 30,000 babies born in 2026 across Britain throughout their lives.
  • This major new project, costing £42.8 million, aims to provide vital insights into children's physical, mental, and social development, and the impact of environmental and technological changes.
  • It is the first new UK-wide longitudinal birth cohort study in 25 years, funded by the UKRI Infrastructure Fund and the UKRI Economic and Social Research Council.
  • Researchers will collect data at key stages, including saliva samples for genetic analysis, and link information to health and education records.
  • The study seeks to inform policy, improve children's lives, and create a lasting resource for UK and global science.

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