Glucose homeostasis in epilepsy [ 2013 - 2015 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Steven Petrou (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Christopher Reid ,  A/Pr Michael Hildebrand

Brief description Epilepsy is often poorly controlled by medication and dietary measures can be taken that reduce occurrence of epileptic seizures. Glucose control is impacted by diet and also mutations in the genes that move glucose around the body are known to cause epilepsy. Here we will be studying how the genetic and dietary control of glucose levels impacts brain function to increase seizures and to potentially reveal novel therapies.

Funding Amount $AUD 312,552.76

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant