Molecular Pathogenesis Studies of Schizophrenia Heterogeneity: Cross-Sectional and Longitudinal Perspectives

Principal Investigator

Hiroki Shiwaku
Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Institute of Science Tokyo
Schizophrenia has been recognized as a heterogeneous disorder characterized by diverse genetic and pathological bases. Understanding schizophrenia requires recognizing the shared pathophysiological features that exist within this variability. To address this, we aim to elucidate the common molecular pathologies of schizophrenia through studies involving genetically engineered mice with high-risk genes and patient-derived samples. Additionally, we will conduct longitudinal analyses of these shared pathological features across different disease stages to identify those present pre-onset, during the acute phase, and in the chronic phase. This approach seeks to contribute to strategies for preventing disease onset and progression.

Co-Investigator

Riichiro Hira
Associate Professor, Institute of Science Tokyo Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
Akihiro Funamizu
Lecturer, Institute for Quantitative Bioscience, The University of Tokyo
Minako Ito
Associate Professor, Medical Institute of Bioregulation, Kyushu University