Light, sound and touch influence the autonomic nervous system via a non-canonical pathway [ 2017 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Ann Goodchild (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Jennifer Cornish ,  A/Pr Simon McMullan ,  Dr Peter Burke ,  E/Pr Roger Dampney

Brief description We examine a recently discovered brain circuit through which visual and acoustic stimuli can interact with the neural systems that control breathing, blood pressure and heart rate. The outcomes of this project will characterise a pathway by which the external environment can interrupt the normal activity of systems vital for health and wellbeing independent of cognition.

Funding Amount $329,666.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant