The University of Queensland

Modulation and trafficking of SK channels in the lateral amygdala (2008–2010)

Abstract:

The amygdala is a brain structure that underlies emotional processing. Malfunctions in emotional processing are thought to be the cause of anxiety disorders. Understanding amygdala physiology is thus vital for developing therapies to treat these disorders. We have recently found a novel role for an ion channel in controlling amygdala excitability. in this grant we will investigate how this ion channel is modulated, which will elucidate a novel way in which activity in the amygdala is regulated.

Grant type:

NHMRC Project Grant

Researchers:

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  Dr Luli Faber

  Lecturer
  

  School of Biomedical Sciences

  Faculty of Medicine

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  Professor Pankaj Sah

  Institute Director
  

  Queensland Brain Institute

Funded by:

National Health and Medical Research Council