How the lateral habenula integrates behavioral and autonomic functions: the VTA dopamine connection [ 2016 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Youichirou Ootsuka (Principal investigator) ,  E/Pr William Blessing ,  Prof Akihiro Yamanaka

Brief description When adverse events occur, the lateral habenula, an old brain nucleus, helps calculate the wisest corrective action by contributing to the “brake” that controls the brain’s dopamine reward system. Our research will show how the lateral habenula links corrective changes in behavior with coordinated changes in temperature. Understanding this link will greatly contribute to understanding the brain mechanisms that regulate our physiology during stressful situations and as part of mental illness.

Funding Amount $819,904.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant