Assessing the impact of solar ultraviolet radiation on the immune response to primary vaccination: the AusUVI Study [ 2010 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Robyn Lucas (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Ashwin Swaminathan ,  Dr Simone Harrison ,  Prof Anthony Mcmichael ,  Prof Keith Dear
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Brief description The Australian Ultraviolet Radiation and Immunity Study (AusUVI) is an innovative epidemiological study assessing the impact of naturally acquired ultraviolet radiation on the immune response to vaccination with implications for response to infection, vaccination effectiveness and rates of autoimmune disease. Human exposure to ultraviolet radiation may alter in many regions due to climate change related effects on behaviour and clothing patterns, cloud cover and other atmospheric conditions.

Funding Amount $AUD 337,236.33

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant