Research Grant
[Cite as http://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1061752]Researchers: A/Pr Americo Migliaccio (Principal investigator)
Brief description Much like a cochlear implant restores auditory function, a vestibular prosthesis restores balance function. It is not clear whether the limited results from vestibular prostheses is due the device not stimulating one component (the otoliths) of the vestibular system essential for self-repair. We will test mutant mice that lack otoliths to determine the importance of stimulating the otoliths in restoring function. This work will shape the future direction of prosthesis development.
Funding Amount $AUD 455,678.49
Funding Scheme Project Grants
Notes Standard Project Grant
- PURL : http://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1061752
- nhmrc : 1061752