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Cellular signalling pathways are molecular connections that control development and function in nerve cells.
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Changes in signalling pathways alter the molecular wiring in nerve cells and cause a wide range of neurological diseases, ranging from neurodevelopmental disorders to neurodegenerative diseases.
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Many neurological disorders are poorly understood and lack effective treatments.
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We aim to uncover the molecular mechanisms contributing to these diseases by studying how changes in signalling pathways, such as mTOR and mitochondrial signalling alter nerve cell development and function.
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Our research will contribute to improved understanding and the development of novel treatments for currently intractable neurological disorders.