PhDs in Retinal Neuroprothesis
Scholarship Description
The suitable candidates will pursue research leading toward the development of a so-call 'bionic eye'. The 1st position is concerned with in vivo functional assessment of prototype retinal prostheses in an animal model. State-of-the-art brain imaging techniques will be applied with the express aim of answering questions related to the functional effect of electrical stimulation of the retina on cortical visual areas. The 2nd position is focused upon developing our understanding of the retinal response to electrical stimulation. The project involves the use of whole cell patch clamp techniques combined with extra-cellular electrical stimulation via multi-electrode arrays. The aim of this project is to determine the extent to which light and electrically evoked responses may be used to identify retinal ganglion cell types and to identify appropriate electrical stimulation parameters to achieve patterned activation of the inner retina consistent with light evoked responses.
| Reference Number: | 3845 |
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| Web Address: | http://www.rsbs.anu.edu.au/StudentOpportunities/GraduateResearchScholarshipsdomRSBS.php |
| Provided By: | The Australian National University |
| To be undertaken at: | The Australian National University. |
| Level: | Post Graduate |
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to 2 people. Open for applications from August 1, 2008.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD25000 (maximum per annum). This award is to be used for research. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 2 years if masters or 3 years if PhD.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY or MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES. It is required that your study starts no earlier than August 1, 2008.
Eligibility
Only citizens of Australia or New Zealand or permanent residents can apply.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
| Main Contact Dr Michael Ibbotson (Head of Department, Visual Sciences) Australian National University Email: Michael.Ibbotson@anu.edu.au |