Improving Sleep to Reduce Dementia Risk [ 2018 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Craig Phillips (Principal investigator)

Brief description My research will explore the pathophysiological mechanisms that link disturbed sleep and circadian rhythm with cognitive impairment and dementia. I will explore how sleep and circadian disruption in patients with obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) impact on body and brain vascular function. I will also explore whether OSA treatment and light therapy in MCI patients can arrest or even improve brain vascular function through improved sleep/circadian function.

Funding Amount $709,585.00

Funding Scheme Boosting Dementia Research Initiative

Notes Boosting Dementia Research Leadership Fellowship