Mechanisms controlling sympathetic nerve activity to the heart [ 2013 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Rohit Ramchandra (Principal investigator)

Brief description In heart failure there is a large increase in sympathetic nerve activity to the heart and the kidney that has detrimental effects which is related to mortality in patients. The areas in the brain causing the increased nerve activity to the heart are unknown. We will investigate the role of two key brain areas in mediating this increase. In addition we will also focus on local mechanisms that are responsible for the increase in noradrenaline spillover.

Funding Amount $AUD 101,220.76

Funding Scheme Career Development Fellowships

Notes RD Wright Biomedical CDF