The University of Queensland

Identifying eQTLs and endophenotyping known CNVs in a large Australian schizophrenia sample (2010–2013)

Abstract:

This study hopes to identify genetic code variations associated with an increased risk of schizophrenia. We will study variation in gene expression levels in patients and healthy controls to identify underlying changes in the genetic code responsible. In a subset of patients with schizophrenia and known rare copy number variations (CNVs) in the genetic code we will conduct brain scans and psychological tests to characterize the effect of CNVs on brain structure and function in schizophrenia.

Grant type:

NHMRC Project Grant

Researchers:

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  Professor Bryan Mowry

  Academic Title Holder - Professor
  

  Queensland Brain Institute

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  Professor Peter Visscher

  ARC Laureate Fellow - GL
  

  Institute for Molecular Bioscience

Funded by:

National Health and Medical Research Council