Advancing DOHaD Research in India
Promoting awareness and research on Developmental Origins of Health and Disease.
What is DOHaD?
The Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHaD) is a multidisciplinary field that examines how the environment during early development (conception, fetal life, infancy, and early childhood) interacts with genetic and other factors to shape lifelong health and the risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.
This paradigm shift moves health focus from adult lifestyle choices alone to the critical importance of early-life environments, providing a powerful framework for preventing chronic diseases across generations.
About DOHaD India
The DOHaD India Regional Society is a premier scientific body dedicated to understanding how early-life environments shape lifelong health. We connect researchers, clinicians, and policymakers to transform healthcare through the Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHaD) approach.
Collaborative Research
Promote multi-disciplinary collaborative research to understand developmental origins of health.
Connecting researchers & clinicians across India
Research Focus Areas
Our research spans multiple disciplines to understand how early-life exposures affect long-term health outcomes in Indian populations
Capacity Building
We support the next generation of DOHaD researchers through structured training and hands-on experience.
Training Workshops
Hands-on sessions covering lifecourse epidemiology, research methodologies, and specialized DOHaD study designs.
Mentorship Programs
Connecting early-career researchers with senior DOHaD scientists to foster professional growth and collaboration.
Writing Workshops
Structured sessions to strengthen scientific writing, grant applications, and publication skills for DOHaD researchers.
Internship Programs
Providing students and early-career professionals with hands-on research experience within DOHaD India's network.
Communication & Outreach
We actively promote and disseminate DOHaD research across India and globally through multiple communication platforms
Webinars & Events
Regular webinars featuring renowned Indian and international experts to share emerging insights from DOHaD research.
- •Expert talks on emerging DOHaD research
- •Methods workshops for practical skills
- •Policy roundtables for collaborative discussions
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National Impact through Engagement
We bridge the gap between scientific discovery and public health action, collaborating with stakeholders across India to ensure early-life health is a national priority.
Policy & Practice
Translating evidence into clinical guidelines, policies and programs that make a real-world impact on maternal and child health outcomes.
Government Partnerships
Collaborating with central and state governments to promote adolescent health, maternal-child health, and NCD prevention policies and programs.
Global Representation
Representing India's voice in global DOHaD policy dialogues and initiatives, bringing local insights to international platforms.
Public Awareness
Raising awareness about how early-life environments shape lifelong health, empowering communities with evidence-based knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about DOHaD India and how we are working to promote a healthy start to life
The Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHaD) paradigm focuses on how early-life exposures, including during preconception and pregnancy, impact long-term health. The DOHaD India Regional Society is dedicated to advancing this science and creating evidence-based policies and practices, particularly within the Indian context.
DOHaD India aims to promote and coordinate research on the Developmental Origins of Health and Disease, while building the capacity of professionals through research, communication, and advocacy. Its mission is to catalyze collaborative research, capacity building, knowledge dissemination, and policy engagement rooted in the Indian context.
Membership is open to anyone interested in DOHaD research, policy, and practice in India and the South Asian region.
🎁 Membership in DOHaD India includes free membership in the International DOHaD Society!
Becoming a member of DOHaD India gives you access to the Journal of Developmental Origins of Health and Disease, newsletters, and other resources. You can register for workshops and conferences organized by international or regional DOHaD societies at a reduced cost. You also get opportunities for training, capacity building, and career advancement, as well as the chance to network and collaborate with researchers in India and internationally.
To become a member, you need to join the International DOHaD Society and select DOHaD India as your regional society. DOHaD India will then share a welcome note to formally invite you as a member, and share payment details for the nominal annual membership fee.
| Category | Annual Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| Standard (for established researchers) | Rs 1,000 |
| Training / early career researchers (within 5 years of PhD) | Rs 500 |
| Masters and undergraduate students | Rs 250 |
Membership fees will be solely utilized to support regional society activities in India.