Development and characterization of a technology platform to study the mechanisms of scaffold/Bone Morphogenic Proteins (BMP) augmented large segmental bone healing [ 2010-06-15 - 2013-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Devakar Epari (Chief Investigator) ,  Distinguished Professor Dietmar Hutmacher (Chief Investigator) ,  Prof Michael Schuetz (Chief Investigator) ,  Siamak Saifzadeh (Chief Investigator) ,  mark knackstedt (Chief Investigator)
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Brief description Development and characterization of a technology platform to study the mechanisms of scaffold/Bone Morphogenic Proteins (BMP) augmented large segmental bone healing. This project will increase understanding of bone engineering and in doing so will lead to superior treatments for bone defects. Such a treatment would be valuable in addressing the ever-increasing problems of diminished productivity and reduced quality of life associated with bone disorders as the population ages. The multidisciplinary and international team will be valuable in establishing Australia's prominence in this field and training the next generation of young scientists and engineers. The technologies developed will be of great interest to a large number of research groups and companies worldwide and will assist with fostering international collaboration and placing Australia at the forefront of this emerging field.

Funding Amount $260,000

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