Airway epithelial barrier function, asthma and aero-allergen sensitization. [ 2012 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Stephen Stick (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Alexander Larcombe ,  A/Pr Anthony Kicic ,  A/Pr Graeme Zosky ,  A/Pr Paul Rigby
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Brief description There is a strong association between allergy and asthma. This association been almost universally assumed to be causative. However, recent evidence suggests an alternative explanation ie., that the abnormal epithelium in asthma allows or facilitates sensitization to airborne allergens. This project will test this alternative hypothesis using human lung tissue and an animal model.

Funding Amount $AUD 527,886.08

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant