19 March 2016 – 7 May 2017
The 1000 most-studied people in the world
In 1975 health researchers from the University of Otago began studying a group of 1037 children born in Dunedin three years earlier. A short-term investigation of infant health issues was planned. The study proved so useful, however, that it went on and on and on ... Forty plus years later, the 1972-73 babies are about to be assessed again as they reach middle age.
The Dunedin Multidisciplinary Health and Development Study (Dunedin Study) has become internationally renowned as one of the most significant longitudinal (long-term) health and development projects ever conducted. Toitū Otago Settlers Museum has joined forces with the University of Otago to present the highlights and challenges of this epic study that focuses on both the science and life changes experienced by study participants.
Slice of Life – The World Famous Dunedin Study is in the Temporary Exhibitions Gallery. Admission is free. The exhibition is open during normal museum hours.
