Principal Investigators

    A/Pr Giuseppe Verdile

    Institution

    Curtin University of Technology

    Contact information of lead PI

    Country

    Australia

    Title of project or programme

    Investigating underlying mechanisms linking Type 2 diabetes with Alzheimer’s disease pathology

    Source of funding information

    National Health and Medical Research Council

    Total sum awarded (Euro)

    € 476,891

    Start date of award

    01/01/2016

    Total duration of award in years

    3

    Keywords

    Research Abstract

    With type-2 diabetes representing a major risk factor for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease, it is important to understand the underlying mechanisms. This project will provide significant insight into how T2D impacts the brain with a focus on how deficiencies in brain inuslin signaling drives neurodegeneration. We will also evaluate novel inuslin like molecules at improving brain insulin siganling and preventing or slowing down the neurodegenerative process.

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Types: Investments < €500k
Member States: Australia
Diseases: N/A
Years: 2016
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