Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/472633]Researchers: Prof Alexander Bobik (Principal investigator) , Dr Alex Agrotis
Brief description Atherosclerosis, or hardening of large arteries is the underlying cause of up to 50% of deaths in Western communities, primarily from heart attacks and strokes. Today it is considered a chronic inflammatory disease arising from the accumulation of fats such as cholesterol into the inner lining of blood vessels including those supply vital organs such as the heart and brain. This study focuses on understanding how to use the body's own anti-inflammatory cells suppress inflammation.
Funding Amount $AUD 535,333.35
Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants
Notes Standard Project Grant
- nhmrc : 472633
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/472633
