Utilising Functional Magnetic Imaging To Predict Pre-clinical Parkinson�s Disease In Patients With Idiopathic Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Behaviour Disorder
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$83,712.00
Summary
In an ageing Australian population a rise in the number of people with neurodegenerative conditions, such as Parkinson's Disease (PD) is inevitable. The ability to accurately identify those people who are destined to develop such diseases, might offer a mechanism by which such progression could be aborted. This project will seek to identify a reliable method whereby cases of PD could be detected several years before they can currently be diagnosed.
The Genetic And Environmental Determinants Of Amyloid Deposition In Older Individuals: An Amyloid Imaging Study Using The Twin Design
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$643,267.00
Summary
Alzheimer’s disease is characterised by the deposition of amyloid plaques in the brain. We don’t fully understand how amyloid deposition occurs and what contribution is made by genetic and environmental factors. Amyloid deposition in the brain can now be quantified during life using positron emission tomography. In this study, we will examine brain amyloid in twins, which will determine what proportion of the pathology is attributable to environmental factors that may be modifiable.
Radiological Features Correlating With Seizures In Patients With Supratentorial Gliomas
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$47,877.00
Summary
Gliomas are the most common brain tumours, with more than 1,500 new cases diagnosed in Australia each year. Around 50% of all glioma patients suffer from seizures, which are difficult to control with current anti-epileptic drugs. The epilepsy and the side-effects of the drug therapies are a major cause of morbidity and impaired quality of life. It is also a significant burden on the economy, leading to more and longer hospital admissions, and loss of productivity for both patients and carers.