Systematic review and meta-analysis of animal models of tetrahydrocannabinol-induced psychosis University of Edinburgh Past award Student: Angus Sinclair : University of Edinburgh Year Award Started: 2015 Cannabis use is associated with an increased risk of psychosis in vulnerable people. Animal models of psychosis are used to improve our understanding of the underlying causes of psychotic disorders and to test potential therapies. Despite substantial animal research, there have been few advances in treatments for those living with psychosis. To explore potential reasons for this failure to translate positive finding in animals to humans, we will conduct a systematic assessment of all published studies of animal models of psychosis induced by the primary psycho-active compound of cannabis, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Research area: Neurological conditions (including stroke) Supervisors: Dr Gillian Currie Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences Back to all awards