Dopamine neuron ontogeny: convergent neurobiological pathway for risk factors of schizophrenia [ 2018 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr James Kesby (Principal investigator)

Brief description Schizophrenia is associated with changes in dopamine (a signalling molecule in the brain). These changes are present prior to psychosis, suggesting they begin early in development. Our aims are to manipulate key factors in the development of brain dopamine systems to clarify their role in psychosis and schizophrenia. This work has the potential to identify early brain changes that lead to schizophrenia, which in turn may generate better diagnoses and outcomes for people with this disorder.

Funding Amount $337,214.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes New Investigator Grant