Dysferlinopathy: A genetic disease sheds light on membrane repair for muscle and cardiac injury [ 2013 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Sandra Cooper (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Jonathan Egan ,  Prof Kathryn North

Brief description Muscles are damaged all of the time, as we stretch and contract them, but we don't fully understand how they repair themselves. We are studying the molecular steps taken by a muscle cell to repair membrane damage. Our research will provide valuable insights into how to treat muscular dystrophy and other conditions characterised by membrane damage to cells, such as heart attack and stroke.

Funding Amount $AUD 782,806.69

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant