This subproject is one of many research subprojects utilizing the resources provided by a Center grant funded by NIH/NCRR. The subproject and investigator (PI) may have received primary funding from another NIH source, and thus could be represented in other CRISP entries. The institution listed is for the Center, which is not necessarily the institution for the investigator. Selenium (Se) is an essential trace element that is critical for maintaining normal brain function in humans and other vertebrates. Se deficiency causes numerous neurological and physiological deficits, eliciting considerable interest regarding the potential benefits of Se supplementation. In particular, there is some evidence that Se supplementation has beneficial mental health effects in humans, including decreased anxiety. However, the effects of Se supplementation on human behavior and mood are controversial;while several studies have linked Se status to anxiety, others have found no such effect. We hypothesize that a genotype by environment interaction may explain the conflicting results regarding the efficacy of Se supplementation in humans. While the concept of a genotype by environment interaction is not new to evolutionary biologists, genetic variation among individuals and populations is only now becoming a key factor in effective medical treatment (i.e. """"""""personalized medicine""""""""). Studying the genetic basis and evolutionary relevance of genetic variation in the response to Se supplementation is difficult in humans, necessitating an approach using model organisms. Here we argue that our behaviorally distinct strains of zebrafish are the ideal model system in which the genetic basis of a population specific response to Se supplementation can be studied.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Center for Research Resources (NCRR)
Type
Exploratory Grants (P20)
Project #
5P20RR016448-08
Application #
8167457
Study Section
National Center for Research Resources Initial Review Group (RIRG)
Project Start
2010-02-01
Project End
2011-01-31
Budget Start
2010-02-01
Budget End
2011-01-31
Support Year
8
Fiscal Year
2010
Total Cost
$82,688
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Idaho
Department
Biology
Type
Schools of Arts and Sciences
DUNS #
075746271
City
Moscow
State
ID
Country
United States
Zip Code
83844
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