Gene-environment interactions modulating cortical and cognitive dysfunction [ 2017 - 2019 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Anthony Hannan (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Lucy Palmer ,  Dr Thibault Renoir

Brief description A feature of many major brain disorders, including schizophrenia and dementia, is disruption of cognition. A key brain area impacted in such cognitive disorders is the prefrontal cortex. This project will use clinically translatable touchscreen to understand how this aspect of brain dysfunction causes abnormal cognition. We will investigate the mechanisms involved, using highly innovative approaches, which will contribute to the development of new treatments for such cognitive disorders.

Funding Amount $AUD 632,428.71

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant