Critical slowing in epilepsy [ 2017 - 2019 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Mark Cook (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Wendyl D'Souza ,  Dr Dean Freestone ,  Dr Levin Kuhlmann ,  Prof Anthony Burkitt
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Brief description Seizures appear unpredictable and greatly affect the quality of all aspects of life for patients with epilepsy and their carers. New advances in complex systems theory suggest that transitions from normal brain activity to seizures are preceded by measurable changes in the brain’s responses to stimuli, known as critical slowing. Measurement of critical slowing will enable prediction of seizures, providing a warning system, and possibly an opportunity to deliver preventative therapies.

Funding Amount $AUD 485,992.22

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant