Protecting Australia And The Region From Emerging And Re-emerging Infectious Diseases.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$774,540.00
Summary
The world is facing unprecedented threats from epidemics. In 2014 Ebola showed that issues such as quarantine, personal protective equipment and improved health system capacity are just as critical as drugs and vaccines, yet these are under-researched. Professor MacIntyre is an international expert epidemic control. She will lead a strategic research program to improve control of emerging and re-emerging infections, using her expertise in vaccines, personal protective equipment and biosecurity.
Innovative Responses To Prevention And Treatment Of Mental Disorders And Substance Use.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$772,490.00
Summary
My vision is to build the world’s leading dedicated translational research program for the prevention and treatment of comorbid mental health and substance abuse. While it is widely recognised that there is significant comorbidity in these two areas they have traditionally been approached in isolation, making it virtually impossible to make significant inroads. I seek to increase our understanding, prevent these where possible and improve treatment responses.
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.
Biomedical Investigations Of Pharmacology And Pathology For Disease Treatment
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$863,413.00
Summary
I am an NHMRC SPRF & Director of the Molecular Pharmacology & Pathology Program consisting of 34 researchers. The breadth of our studies is diverse & continues to expand. Excitingly, we have recently obtained commercialisation support to develop our anti-tumour drug, DpC. My vision for the next 5 yrs is to direct development of these agents together with investigations of basic mechanism. These studies will be done with a team of outstanding researchers I am mentoring and an established group of ....I am an NHMRC SPRF & Director of the Molecular Pharmacology & Pathology Program consisting of 34 researchers. The breadth of our studies is diverse & continues to expand. Excitingly, we have recently obtained commercialisation support to develop our anti-tumour drug, DpC. My vision for the next 5 yrs is to direct development of these agents together with investigations of basic mechanism. These studies will be done with a team of outstanding researchers I am mentoring and an established group of experienced collaborators.Read moreRead less
‘Equally Well’: Addressing Comorbid Physical, Mental, And Substance Use Disorders With Psychological Interventions
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$715,210.00
Summary
Mental ill-health, substance use and chronic physical illness go hand in hand, yet treatment for all three health issues is rarely delivered. Amanda Baker is leading a team trialling psychological interventions for these co-existing health issues suitable for delivery in mental health, substance use and medical settings. Telephone and online interventions are also being developed. Addressing these three co-existing health concerns is expected to improve treatment outcomes and quality of life.
In the Northern Territory, about twenty per cent of Indigenous children have perforated ear drums. Menzies research already shows medical treatments in high-risk Indigenous settings to be less effective than in non-Indigenous settings. I will lead an interdisciplinary team to develop, pilot, design and evaluate the effect of a comprehensive intervention program including best use of vaccines, reducing risk factors and maximising hygiene to prevent early age of first infection.
Improving Treatment Responses For Co-occurring Mental And Substance Use Disorders
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$631,370.00
Summary
Mental and substance use disorders are two of Australia's most prevalent and burdensome health conditions, and they frequently co-occur. My program of research aims to improve our limited understanding of, and ability to successfully treat, mental and substance use disorders; with a view to improving the lives of the 3 million Australians who suffer from these disorders each year.
Enhancing And Integrating Addiction Neuroscience Knowledge With Clinical Practice, By Transforming The Approach To Assessment And Classification Protocols, And Improving Outcomes By Using Neurocognitive Phenotypes For Tailored Treatments
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$838,845.00
Summary
Brain research has reshaped the way we understand addiction, but has not yet led to more effective treatments. This Fellowship will facilitate the creation of a neuroscience- and technology-inspired research clinic that will conduct world-leading research into the fundamental underpinnings of how lifestyle and psychological interventions affect brain and mental health, as well as translate this knowledge into effective, safe and accessible treatments tailored to those affected by addiction.
Alcohol,tobacco, Illicit And Prescribed Drugs: Prospective Cohorts And RCTs
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$714,745.00
Summary
This research addresses the important areas of infant, childhood, adolescent, adult, and family well-being and the effects of exposure to tobacco, alcohol, and illicit drug use. The impacts of these substances on psychological, cognitive, vocational, and physical well-being remain poorly researched. A related set of research projects is aimed to build the evidence base for effective intervention to prevent or manage psychological and cognitive sequelae from such exposure.
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