Characterisation of Porphyromonas gingivalis and Treponema denticola interactions in the development of a pathogenic biofilm [ 2015 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Eric Reynolds (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Stuart Dashper

Brief description Gum disease (periodontitis) is an inflammatory disease caused by bacterial pathogens that is the major cause of tooth loss in adults. It is also associated with systemic diseases such as cardiovascular disease. In this study we will determine the mechanisms by which two bacterial species work together to produce the pathogenic dental plaque that causes disease.

Funding Amount $AUD 566,200.89

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant