Centre for Research Excellence in Advanced Cardio-respiratory Therapies Improving OrgaN Support (ACTIONS) [ 2014 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof John Fraser (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Vincent Pellegrino ,  Dr Shaun Gregory ,  Prof Adrian Barnett ,  Prof David McGiffin
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Brief description Artificial hearts and lungs are increasingly used to support our most critically ill patients. A greater understanding of patient-machine interaction is needed to maximise their life-preserving potential. ACTIONS CRE will research device-related complications, improve device components, develop clinical practice guidelines, train clinical and engineering researchers and explore the cost benefits of this technology ensuring all Australians can access state-of-the-art mechanical life support.

Funding Amount $2,491,450.00

Funding Scheme Centres of Research Excellence

Notes Centre of Research Excellence - Clinical