The Darwin Prospective Melioidosis Study: Years 27-31 [ 2016 - 2020 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Bart Currie (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Derek Sarovich ,  Dr Erin Price ,  Dr Mirjam Kaestli ,  Mr Mark Mayo
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Brief description The Darwin Prospective Melioidosis Study has documented 914 cases since 1989, with 115 fatalities. A surge in Darwin melioidosis cases over the past 5 years has been linked to urban development and the discovery of a new bacterial strain. Whole genome sequencing of our unique 25+ year set of bacteria and their linked patient data will unravel the changing epidemiology and identify important virulence factors, forming a foundation for future diagnostics, therapeutics, and vaccines.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,325,387.71

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant