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Bioinformatics analysis and RT-PCR validation of micro array expression data of neuronal outgrowth

Dr. Victoria Perreau
University of Melbourne

A research focus of the laboratory is the regulation and expression of suppressor of cytokine signaling protein SOCS2, a potent regulator of neuronal differentiation and neurite outgrowth.

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Blood oxygen level dependent (BOLD) measures of brain responses to two doses of inhaled capsaicin

Dr. Michael Farrell
Florey Neuroscience Institutes

Supervisors: Dr Michael Farrell and Dr Stuart Mazzone

Functional magnetic resonance imaging of brain responses to inhalation of capsaicin vapor at two concentrations in humans will be used to identify brain regions that show dose-related patterns of activation.

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Brain activation patterns in early psychosis: An fMRI study using an attribution of intentions paradigm

Dr. Carli Bathololomeusz
University of Melbourne

Supervisors: Dr Cali Bartholomeusz, Dr Luca Cocchi, A/P Stephen Wood

The aim of this study is to use brain imaging techniques to investigate the neural function of young people with psychosis, in relation to a particular social cognitive process, and in comparison to healthy control individuals.

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Brain function, the family, and risk for adolescent onset depression

Dr. Sarah Whittle
University of Melbourne

Supervisors:Dr. Sarah Whittle, A/Prof. Nicholas B. Allen, Dr. Murat Yucel

The aim of this study is to use brain imaging to examine neural functioning in adolescents at risk for depression. A key feature is the use of personally relevant emotional stimuli to probe neural function. This study will provide unique information regarding risk processes operating during adolescence.

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Brainstem control of blood glucose: role of orexin receptors

Dr. Tony Verberne
University of Melbourne

Supervisors: Dr Tony Verberne,Dr Daniela Sartor

In this study, we will examine the role of the orexin receptors in the medulla and modulation of blood glucose levels.

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