Understanding the mechanisms for ameliorating/preventing antipsychotic-induced obesity in early life [ 2016 - 2019 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Chao Deng (Principal investigator)

Brief description There has been a sharp worldwide increase during the last decade in antipsychotic prescriptions (mostly “off-label”) to paediatric patients. One important issue is that antipsychotic drugs were developed for adult patients and normally have serious side-effects. This project will not only reveal the mechanisms of antipsychotic-induced obesity side-effects in youth, but will also explore intervention strategies for preventing antipsychotic-induced weight gain/obesity in paediatric patients.

Funding Amount $AUD 593,659.18

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant