Darryl Eyles

Professor Darryl Eyles is a leading academic in the field of developmental neurobiology at the Queensland Brain Institute (QBI), The University of Queensland. His research focuses on understanding how developmental factors, particularly vitamin D deficiency, influence neurodevelopmental disorders such as schizophrenia and autism. As Head of the Developmental Neurobiology Research Stream, he leads investigations into the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying dopamine system regulation and environmental risk factors for psychiatric conditions.

• Institution: The University of Queensland
• Affiliation: Queensland Brain Institute
• Role: Head of Developmental Neurobiology Research Stream

His work spans neurobiology, neuropharmacology, and epidemiology, emphasizing vitamin D's role in CNS development, synaptic plasticity, and neurochemical pathways. Recent publications highlight his contributions to uncovering how developmental insults alter neuronal connectivity, immune responses, and metabolic outcomes.

Professor Eyles' research also explores the gut-brain axis, environmental toxicants, and epitranscriptomic regulation in psychiatric disorders. He utilizes advanced animal models to study prodromal schizophrenia and autism phenotypes, with a focus on prenatal and neonatal influences.