A Devon boy is becoming one of the first in the South West to take part in the new research.
Noah from Honiton has severe learning difficulties and his DNA will be analysed along with that of his Mum and Dad.
It will then be used to see if researchers can pinpoint the cause of the youngster's learning difficulties.
South West Water will have ‘very hard’ questions to answer, says Health Secretary
Victoria Atkins says 46 people have officially reported symptoms of cryptosporidium, so far
Water CEO apologises for contamination
22 cases of cryptosporidium have been confirmed in Brixham
South Devon water bug could last a week
Compensation of £15 offered
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