The clinical significance of sex hormone crosstalk in estrogen receptor positive breast cancer. [ 2017 - 2020 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Wayne Tilley (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Elgene Lim ,  A/Pr Jason Carroll ,  Dr Luke Selth ,  Dr Theresa Hickey

Brief description Breast cancer is mainly a disease in which the sex hormone estrogen stimulates uncontrolled growth. We have recently discovered that other sex hormones, including progesterone and androgen, can redirect the actions of estrogen in breast cancers to halt growth or make a tumour disappear. This study will examine the complex interaction between all three sex hormones to develop new, more effective strategies for treating breast cancer.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,034,034.68

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant