Copper pathways are altered in Parkinson’s disease: Implications for cell vulnerability [ 2011 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Kay Double (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr David Finkelstein ,  Prof Julian Mercer

Brief description The cause of brain cell death in Parkinson’s disease is unknown but we have shown that copper levels are reduced in the vulnerable brain regions in this disorder. As copper is vital for the normal function of key brain proteins we suggest that reduced copper contributes to cell damage in vulnerable brain regions. This project investigates why brain copper levels are reduced in the Parkinson’s disease brain and the consequences of this change for brain cell function and survival.

Funding Amount $AUD 341,398.89

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant