Detection of Somatic Mutations in Sporadic Epilepsies [ 2017 - 2020 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Samuel Berkovic (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Michael Hildebrand ,  Dr Slavé Petrovski

Brief description Finding genetic causes of epilepsies is essential for refining treatments and genetic counseling. Genetic mutations may occur after fertilization (somatic mutations). These can be difficult to detect by routine genetic tests. We aim to identify somatic mutations by: very deep sequencing of blood to find low concentrations of mutations, analysing DNA from the cerebrospinal fluid, and analysing DNA obtained from the back of the nose which is closely related to brain tissue.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,286,082.93

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant