Neurodevelopment during Adolescence: A Longitudinal Imaging Study [ 2015 - 2020 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Margaret Wright (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Katie Mcmahon ,  Prof Greig De Zubicaray ,  Prof Paul Thompson

Brief description Adolescence is a risk period for the emergence of psychiatric disorders. It is also a time of rapid change in the brain, but few studies have detailed changes in neurodevelopment during this sensitive period. We will study twins from early adolescence and use brain imaging to investigate changing brain patterns as the brain matures, and thereby, gain insight into factors responsible for increasing our risk or resilience for major mental health conditions and optimal points for intervention.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,706,588.94

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant