New and improved treatment strategies for neonatal seizures [ 2018 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Suzanne Miller (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Michael Fahey ,  Dr Tamara Yawno ,  Prof Jonathan Hirst ,  Prof Laura Bennet

Brief description Around 10% of neonates in Australia are diagnosed with seizures each year. Seizures worsen neurodevelopmental outcome following hypoxic brain injury. Despite evidence of the limited effectiveness and potential neurotoxicity of current anti-seizure medication, treatment has not changed for many decades. The objective of this study is to optimise treatment of neonatal seizures with a compound that is effective and does not cause harm, or indeed provides neuroprotection for the compromised brain.

Funding Amount $883,209.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant