How Burkholderia pseudomallei subverts host ubiquitination and autophagy pathways [ 2013 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Rodney Devenish (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr John Boyce ,  Dr Mark Prescott ,  Dr Oded Kleifeld

Brief description Burkholderia pseudomallei is a bacterial organism found in soil and water that is the causative agent of melioidosis, a serious invasive disease of humans and animals occurring in tropical areas including northern Australia. Mortality is high owing to only limited treatment options being available. By defining the molecular mechanisms how B. pseudomallei evades removal from infected cells, we aim to identify specific bacterial targets that may form the basis of future prevention strategies.

Funding Amount $AUD 472,260.02

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant