How does the LRP receptor megalin promote regenerative neuronal growth? [ 2009 - 2011 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Roger Chung (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Steve Cheung ,  Dr David Gell ,  Prof Adrian West

Brief description Promoting the regenerative growth of neurons to allow recovery from traumatic brain injury or Alzheimer's disease is a major goal of neuroscientists. This project continues the Chief Investigators' work in which they have discovered the regenerative potential of a protein and focuses on how this protein interacts with a key neuronal receptor, megalin, which appears to drive the regenerative process. This work will identify new targets for therapies for a range of nervous system disorders.

Funding Amount $AUD 408,739.29

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant