A/Prof Thomas' Senior Research Fellowship will provide support for the continued development of a broad-based, national and international research program focused on the biology and clinical aspects of connective tissue tumours. A/Prof Thomas' career goals are to continue work in basic, translational and clinical research into these tumours which include osteosarcoma, liposarcoma, giant cell tumour of bone and the inherited risk of development of these neoplasms.
The three interlocking aims of this fellowship are to address the contribution of specific genes to melanoma development in: (i) families (ii) the general population (iii) tumour progression. The findings will be used to develop better models to predict which individuals in the population are at greatest risk of melanoma and to identify molecular targets for the design of new therapies to treat this disease.
Innovative Models Of Early Intervention For Conduct Disorders In Children
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$826,854.00
Summary
Most mental health problems begin in childhood, and Oppositional-defiant and conduct problems are the most reliable precursor of adult mental health problems. The lifetime costs on public services for these children are large. Australia has no strategy for managing this problem, and urgently needs to develop evidence-based approaches. This program of research will develop improved methods for identifying, assessing and treating child conduct disorders as part of our national strategy for early i ....Most mental health problems begin in childhood, and Oppositional-defiant and conduct problems are the most reliable precursor of adult mental health problems. The lifetime costs on public services for these children are large. Australia has no strategy for managing this problem, and urgently needs to develop evidence-based approaches. This program of research will develop improved methods for identifying, assessing and treating child conduct disorders as part of our national strategy for early intervention for mental health.Read moreRead less