Australasian Biospecimen Network-Oncology [ 2004 - 2009 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Ms Lisa Devereux (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Daniel Catchpoole ,  Dr Andrew Holloway ,  Dr Christopher Schmidt ,  Dr Nikolajs Zeps
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Brief description Availability of ethically consented, clinically annotated human cancer tissue is a key determinant of the international competitiveness of Australian biomedical researchers. This project will provide a structured national network to collect, process and disseminate tumour tissue; strategically target specific tumour types such as mesothelioma and rare paediatric tumours that can only be collected in substantial numbers through the formation of such a network and provide infrastructure that can be contracted by clinical and translational researchers. The project builds on a wealth of experience in tissue banking, large-scale molecular genetic and genomic studies in breast, ovarian, colorectal cancers and mesothelioma, and on an established consortium _ the Australasian Biospecimen Network.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,925,000.00

Funding Scheme NHMRC Enabling Grants

Notes Enabling Grant