Achieving Targeted Delivery of Drugs to Uterine Muscle in Women for the Prevention of Preterm Labour [ 2016 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Roger Smith (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Kristina Adams Waldorf ,  A/Pr Susan Hua ,  Prof Rodney Ho ,  Prof Sarah Robertson

Brief description We have patented liposomes targeted to the uterus, which enable us to deliver drugs specifically to the muscle cells of the uterus, increasing safety. The liposomes can be loaded with drugs that either block or promote contractions, creating a versatile drug delivery system that could treat premature labour or postpartum haemorrhage which are major clinical problems. We seek support to demonstrate their effectiveness in mouse and primate models of preterm labour prior to human studies.

Funding Amount $469,008.00

Funding Scheme Development Grants

Notes Development Grant