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Project Code
MRC24NMHCa Smith
Research Theme
Neuroscience and Mental Health
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Summary
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is associated with increased oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction in the brain. The Redox system that helps detoxify neurons is decreased in AD patients and likely contributes to symptoms and neurodegeneration. The PhD student will manipulate Redox and mitochondrial regulating genes in Drosophila and iPSC neuron models of AD to find new potential therapeutic targets.
Lead Supervisor
Dr Gaynor Ann Smith
Lead Supervisor Email
SmithGA@cf.ac.uk
University Affiliation
Cardiff