The genetic and environmental determinants of amyloid deposition in older individuals: an amyloid imaging study using the twin design [ 2015 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Perminder Sachdev (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Wei Wen ,  Dr Melissa Slavin ,  Prof Christopher Rowe ,  Prof John Magnussen

Brief description Alzheimer’s disease is characterised by the deposition of amyloid plaques in the brain. We don’t fully understand how amyloid deposition occurs and what contribution is made by genetic and environmental factors. Amyloid deposition in the brain can now be quantified during life using positron emission tomography. In this study, we will examine brain amyloid in twins, which will determine what proportion of the pathology is attributable to environmental factors that may be modifiable.

Funding Amount $AUD 643,267.78

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant