Kids wanted for 3D photography research project

AHEAD_facebook_imageThe RCH is looking for kids to participate in an exciting research project that examines the size and head shape of children and the changes that occur during childhood.

The Australian Head shapes Examination and Analysis Database (AHEAD) research project, led by Professor Tony Penington, involves collecting 3D photographs of children’s heads.

Researchers are hoping to examine around 1,900 images, with the aim of establishing what a ‘normal’ child’s head size and shape looks like throughout childhood.

The information gathered from this project will be the first of its kind in the world, and will help the RCH to improve treatment of those children with differences of appearance.

We would like to invite children who do not have a medical condition that affects their growth or bones to be involved by allowing our medical photographer to take a 3D photograph of their head. We especially want children under five years of age.

The image system uses 18 specialised cameras, takes less than a second, and is not harmful in any way. Each participant will receive a copy of the 3D photograph on a CD.

All we need is 15 minutes on the day for you to read and complete the Parent/Guardian Information Statement and Consent Form before we capture the photograph.

If you would like more information about the study or if you would like to arrange a time to have your child’s photograph taken at the RCH, please contact Robert Reitmaier, 3D Imaging Manager, on (03) 9345 7087 or Robert.Reitmaier@rch.org.au. 

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37 comments for “Kids wanted for 3D photography research project”

  1. Sarah Kerr

    Hello – I;d be happy for my Master 3.5 to have his head photographed!
    Please feel free to contact me to arrange a time.
    All the best,
    Sarah

  2. Allison Cooke

    hi – I’d be more than happy to have my 4.5 year old son to have his head photographed. Please contact me to arrange a time.

    Thanks
    Allison

  3. Rosey

    Hi. Is it a normal camera or does it involve radiation? Is it 100% safe?

  4. Emily

    I’m happy for my 2yo son to have his head photographed for research. Feel free to contact me.

  5. Dominique Ryan

    The rch has been so good to us so we would love to able to give back my little girls aged 3 and 4 would love to help. Please email me to set up a time.

  6. Natalie

    I’ve got 12 month old twins who I would be happy to bring in. Please feel free to email me a suitable time

  7. Katie

    I have a 10 month old boy that I would be happy to participate in the study. Feel free to contact me.

  8. Rebecca Blakey

    Hi have 2 boys, one coming up to 4 and one coming up to 2. My eldest had a very flat head as a baby and is still pretty misshapen now, but he doesn’t have a medical condition. I’d be happy for them both to be photographed

    • Courtney Watts

      Hi Rebecca. Thanks so much for expressing your interest; your sons sound like they would be a great fit for the project. Please email our 3D Imaging Manager Robert.Reitmaier@rch.org.au to express your interest. Thank you.

  9. Amelia Abouzeid

    My 11 month old chloe has had a misshapen head since birth. No amount of sleep positions or tummy time helped. I am happy for her to be used for the photos. My other daughter is 4. She does however have a medical condition that is still a mystery that she has had (we assume) since birth. Although it doesn’t seem to have affected her bones.

    • Courtney Watts

      Thanks for expressing your interest Amelia. Please call our 3D Imaging Manger Robert on (03) 9345 7087 or email Robert.Reitmaier@rch.org.au and he will be able to chat to you further on your daughters’ suitability for this project. Thank you.

  10. Amanda Murray-Alston

    I have a 3.5yr Son & 2yr Daughter that would both love to help with your study. They both have bigger than “average” heads 🙂 Neither of them have any medical conditions.
    Regards Amanda

    • Courtney Watts

      Hi Amanda. Thanks for getting in touch; I’m sure they’d be welcomed into the project! If you could contact our 3D Imaging Manager at Robert.Reitmaier@rch.org.au to organise a time it’d be much appreciated. Thank you.

  11. Alyssa ward

    Hi I have a 4 month old little girl who could participate in the study if needed.

  12. Annie

    I have a 4yo daughter and 2yo son. I really like being a part of research. My children and I have given permission many times to be a part of the team. Happy to help.

    • Courtney Watts

      Hi Annie, great to hear you’re an ongoing supporter of important research. We’d love for you to be involved. Please email our 3D Imaging Manager at Robert.Reitmaier@rch.org.au to set up a time. Thank you!

  13. Rodney Hodge

    My wife and I would be happy for both our kids to do this. Our son is nearly 3 and our daughter is 1 next month.

  14. Bree

    We would be happy for our 2.5 year old son to take part.

  15. kristina brown

    I was very interested in the article, it’s quite inspiring I should admit. I like visiting you site since I always come across interesting articles like this one.Great Job, I greatly appreciate that.
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    • walshh

      Hi Kristina, Thank you for your message! We love hearing from our community about the stories that interest them. If you haven’t already found them, you might be interested in Dr Margie’s blog and our Kids Health Info sheets, which can both be accessed from the http://www.rch.org.au homepage. Thank you!

  16. Carol

    I’m happy for my 4yo daughter to help in this research. We have already had dealings with Professor Penington and I have a lot of respect for what he does in profession.

  17. Erin Brown

    Hi, we would love to be involved Mara is 14 months old 🙂

  18. Bridey

    Are you still looking for participants? I have a 16m.o. boy and 5.5y.o. girl

    • walshh

      Dear Bridey, Thanks for getting in touch. If you contact Robert Reitmaier, 3D Imaging Manager, on (03) 9345 7087 or Robert.Reitmaier@rch.org.au he’ll be able to tell you if they still require more participants. Thanks again!

  19. Anthony

    Where can I find more information on this issue? I’m just finishing writing my critique on the same topic. Please assist. Thanks in advance!

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