Neurogenesis in the amygdala and hippocampus: a role in learnt fear? [ 2014 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Pankaj Sah (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Perry Bartlett

Brief description It has long been thought that neurons are only born once and then slowly die. Learning and memory formation is thought to occur by changes in the strength of connections between living neurons. However, the hippocampus is now known to produce new neurons throughout life. We have found that neurons are also born in the adult amygdala. In this project we will study how neurogenesis affects learning and memory formation that involve the hippocampus and amygdala.

Funding Amount $AUD 780,396.57

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant