Raising the Bar: The Challenges of Growing Prem Babies

Imagine a tiny premature baby born more than four months early and weighing about a pound. The advanced technology of modern medicine can support this life outside the womb. But how does the tiny baby feed? This is one of the biggest challenges facing neonatologists.

This talk by Professor Frank Bloomfield of the Liggins Institute will explore the challenges of feeding premature babies and look at the latest New Zealand research trying to answer some of the most pressing questions.

It is part of the Raising the Bar event, presented by the University of Auckland. Leading academics share their latest scientific research in Auckland bars. 20 talks take place in 10 Auckland central bars on one night.

This event is free but attendees must register in advance.

Professor Frank Bloomfield is a Neonatologist and Director of the Liggins Institute at the University of Auckland, a research institute focused on how the early life environment has life-long impact.