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Michael Farrell is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Medical Imaging & Radiation Sciences at Monash University, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences. His research focuses on understanding how the brain regulates the internal state of the body through neuroimaging techniques.
Research Interests: Dr. Farrell specializes in functional brain imaging (fMRI, PET) to investigate interoceptive sensations such as pain, cough, thirst, and temperature, as well as associated regulatory behaviors and autonomic responses. His work aims to uncover the neural mechanisms underlying chronic conditions like chronic cough and thirst dysregulation.
Publication Trends: His recent publications (2021–2024) demonstrate a strong focus on cough hypersensitivity, pain modulation, and sensory processing using advanced neuroimaging. The research integrates human behavioral studies with brain activity mapping, particularly in brainstem and cortical regions involved in respiratory and sensory control.
- Scientific Awards: No awards are mentioned in the provided text.
Grants and Advising: Dr. Farrell has served as Primary Chief Investigator on NHMRC-funded projects including 'Neural dysfunction in chronic cough' (2013–2015) and 'Dissecting the central organisation of cough neural networks' (2015–2018), and as Associate Investigator on other collaborative projects. While no students are listed, he collaborates extensively with researchers such as Professor Stuart Mazzone and Michael Fahey.
Labs and Teams: He is part of a research network investigating brain-body interactions, particularly in respiratory and sensory neuroscience, with collaborations across Monash University and external institutions. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to brain health and well-being.
