Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP180101797]Researchers: Alistair Evans (Chief Investigator) , Pascal Buenzli (Chief Investigator) , Peter Dearden (Partner Investigator) , Prof Jukka Jernvall (Partner Investigator)
Brief description A new universal mechanism controlling body proportions in animals. This project aims to establish that a recently-discovered mechanism, the inhibitory cascade, determines the basic proportions of appendages and body segments in a diverse range of animal groups, particularly vertebrates and arthropods. The goals of the project are to reveal the molecular mechanisms in mice and insects, and build computer simulations to show how to manipulate the control of development by the inhibitory cascade. The project should benefit bioengineering by establishing control mechanisms for the manipulation and regeneration of teeth and limbs.
Funding Amount $422,080
Funding Scheme Discovery Projects
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP180101797
- ARC : DP180101797