Investigating The Neural Basis Of Memory Impairments In Schizophrenia
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$82,920.00
Summary
The memory deficits experienced by people with schizophrenia are one of the most disabling symptoms associated with the illness. Taking this into consideration, this proposal will address two key research questions: (1) what regions of the brain are involved in the long-term memory problems in schizophrenia; (2) whether administering the drug ketamine to healthy individuals produces the same changes in brain activation as those observed in schizophrenia patients.
The Identification And Treatment Of Cognitive And Social Deficits In Neurofibromatosis Type 1
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$99,073.00
Summary
Cognitive, learning and social difficulties are frequently reported in children with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1). There is an absence of research into the underlying causes of social problems in NF1 and only a handful of studies have reported on therapeutic possibilities. We will examine the relationship between theory of mind, ADHD, cognition and social functioning in NF1. We will also evaluate the efficacy of Ritalin as a treatment of cognition and social skills in NF1.