The Developmental vitamin D-deficiency animal model of schizophrenia:- Critical window for intervention and optimal dose [ 2014 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Darryl Eyles (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Thomas Burne

Brief description We have established that low levels of vitamin D at birth increase the risk of children developing schizophrenia in later life. Our studies indicate this risk is dose-dependent and may be enhanced if developmental vitamin D (DVD) deficiency is extended into postnatal life implying there may be an early critical vitamin D threshold and a critical window of exposure required to avert schizophrenia. This project will examine this and the effects of supplements using our DVD-deficiency animal model.

Funding Amount $AUD 365,811.06

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant