Bioactivated hierarchical hydrogels as zonal implants for articular cartilage regeneration [ 2014 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Dietmar Hutmacher (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Travis Klein

Brief description Cartilage is frequently damaged, but does not repair on its own, and degenerates in osteoarthritis. Unfortunately, current treatments are also not able to regenerate the structure of normal cartilage and fail to restore joint function long-term. Our project, HydroZONES, brings together expertise from 16 partners to tackle this problem and regenerate cartilage with the appropriate structure to help the millions of people worldwide suffering from cartilage problems such as osteoarthritis.

Funding Amount $AUD 353,161.40

Funding Scheme Targeted Calls

Notes Aust/EU Collaborative Research Grant