Development of peripheral sensory pathways in humans [ 2012 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Robert Callister (Principal investigator) ,  Dr David Hughes ,  Dr Phillip Jobling ,  Prof Alan Brichta

Brief description To receive the appropriate information about the state of our muscles, joints, organs, and skin we need a properly 'connected' sensory system. Recent evidence suggests traumatic events during early development can alter sensory connections within the spinal cord. This can lead to debilitating movement disorders, digestive diseases, and increased pain. In this study we will examine how peripheral sensory fibres connect with the appropriate nerve cells in the human spinal cord during development.

Funding Amount $AUD 477,504.03

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant