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Understanding the generation of hypothalamic sleep neurons (2022-2025)

Abstract

This Project aims to investigate the mechanisms controlling the formation of the sleep neurons in the hypothalamus. We all sleep, and normal sleep-wake cycles play a central role in our biology. The functional role of these sleep neurons in the mature brain are well established. However, how the neurons are generated during development is very poorly defined. This project aims to address this critical knowledge gap, and will greatly increase our understanding of how the development of this critical aspect of organismal function is orchestrated during development. This project will also develop bioinformatics tools with broad utility within the biosciences field and enhance the capacity for interdisciplinary international collaborations.

Experts

Professor Stefan Thor

Affiliate Professor of Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology
Professor in Developmental Biology
School of Biomedical Sciences
Faculty of Medicine
Stefan Thor
Stefan Thor

Professor Michael Piper

Affiliate Associate Professor of Queensland Brain Institute
Queensland Brain Institute
Professor & Director (Research Training)
Faculty of Medicine
Professor
School of Biomedical Sciences
Faculty of Medicine
Michael Piper
Michael Piper