Using artificial synapses to investigate the functional pathology underlying epilepsy [ 2015 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Joseph Lynch (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Angelo Keramidas

Brief description Epilepsy is a common neurological disorder. Some forms arise from hereditary mutations to GABA-A receptors. To advance our understanding of epileptogenesis, it is necessary to understand how mutations affect GABA-AR function. We will use a novel ‘artificial synapse’ system to characterise these mutant receptors. This will define how epilepsy is caused and inform us how to best tailor drug treatments for different epilepsy conditions.

Funding Amount $AUD 515,256.05

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant