Brain storming therapeutics for neurodegeneration with novel research models
- Research Opportunity
- PhD students, Honours students
- Number of Honour Places Available
- 1
- Department / Centre
- Baker Department of Cardiometabolic Health
- Location
- Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute
| Primary Supervisor | Number | Webpage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| A/Prof Brian Drew | brian.drew@baker.edu.au | 0385321134 |
Summary Our current understanding as to the pathways that cause and progress neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease is poorly understood. Much information stands to be gained from studying preclinical models of these conditions, in which we can study the early and late changes that occur in the brain that associate with disease severity. This project will use several novel preclinical models to identify novel therapeutic targets that may be used in the future to treat these conditions
Project Details
Methods include:
- animal models
- neurological phenotyping including memory tests, agility tests, exercise tests and muscle strength
- Cutting edge brain imaging (MRI) to montior in vivo disease progression
- Molecular analysis of pertinent tissues to identify relevant molecular targets of therapeutic interest
Faculty Research Themes
School Research Themes
Neuroscience & Psychiatry, Ageing, Cardiometabolic
Research Opportunities
PhD students, Honours students
Students who are interested in joining this project will need to consider their elegibility as well as other requirements before contacting the supervisor of this research
Key Contact
For further information about this research, please contact a supervisor.
Department / Centre
Baker Department of Cardiometabolic Health
Research Node
Baker Heart and Diabetes InstituteMDHS Research library
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