Assessment of oxidant stress and mitochondrial dysfunction in young adults with iron loading diseases [ 2010 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Gregory Anderson (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Patrick Walter ,  E/Pr Lawrie Powell ,  Prof Grant Ramm ,  Prof V. Nathan Subramaniam

Brief description Disorders of iron metabolism are particularly prevalent in Australia and the consequences of excess iron can be severe. Liver disease is frequently associated with iron loading. The commonest form of iron loading can be treated readily, but it is unclear when the first signs of tissue damage occur and thus at what stage treatment should commence. This project will examine in detail the relationship between body iron levels and signs of tissue damage in young subjects with iron loading disease.

Funding Amount $AUD 601,979.91

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant