Modelling The Impact Of Global Climate Change On The Epidemiology Of Infectious Diseases In Bangladesh
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$118,988.00
Summary
Climate change may impact on human health via a change in the distribution and pathogenicity of infectious diseases, particularly in the South Asian region. This study will use high quality environmental and clinical data from an established time-series collated in Bangladesh, to better inform mathematical models which may predict future changes in infectious diseases epidemiology. Accurate and valid modelling can be valuable in guiding future public health policy for vulnerable populations.
The Role Of The Metabotropic Glutamate 5 And Adenosine 2A Receptors In Methamphetamine Addiction
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$92,673.00
Summary
Methamphetamine (METH) is a highly addictive drug for which there are currently no effective drug therapies. This project will examine two receptors, the metabotropic glutamate 5 and adenosine 2A receptors in METH addiction. It is expected that these receptors, or their combination, may decrease the desire to self administer METH or find the drug rewarding. This study will be conducted using rodents; however, the results could identify more effective drug targets for METH addiction in humans.