Identifying mitochondrial genome variants associated with familial migraine susceptibility [ 2015 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Lyn Griffiths (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Rod Lea

Brief description New therapeutic targets for migraine are desperately needed. Although studies have identified some migraine genes there remains considerable underlying genetic variation to be characterised. This study aims to identify functional variants in the mitochondrial genome that contribute to migraine susceptibility, utilising the isolated Norfolk Island population. Outcomes will determine the significance of the variants identified, potentially leading to new diagnostics.

Funding Amount $AUD 443,273.10

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant