Identifying genes for cognition [ 2010-01-01 - 2014-04-30 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: David H. K. Shum (Chief Investigator) ,  Dr Margie Wright (Chief Investigator) ,  Dr Margie Wright (Chief Investigator) ,  Glenda Andrews (Chief Investigator) ,  Prof Graeme Halford (Chief Investigator)
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Brief description Identifying genes for cognition. We have established a large twin sample and are the Australian arm of an international consortium to identify genes for cognition. This work will transform our understanding of brain functions that affect normal cognitive functioning. It has potentially enormous public health significance by providing clues into the underlying mechanisms of impaired cognitive ability. Many different conditions affect people's ability to think and remember (e.g. schizophrenia, dementia). By understanding how cognitive processes work in healthy individuals, we can better identify the fundamental mechanisms of impaired cognitive ability. This may have future applications for treating brain dysfunction, and managing memory of intellectual disabilities.

Funding Amount $352,000

Funding Scheme Discovery Projects

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