Function and physiological role of inhibitory circuits in the amygdala [ 2014 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Pankaj Sah (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Joseph Lynch

Brief description The amygdala is part of the brain that assigns emotional content to our sensory world and dysfunction of the amygdala is responsible for many anxiety-related disorders. Many anxiolytics, like valium, act on receptors in the amygdala. In this project we will study circuits in the amygdala that are modulated by anxiolytics. These studies will provide essential information in the understanding of anxiety disorders and help in developing drugs to treat these disorders.

Funding Amount $AUD 741,517.98

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant