Dysregulation of cytokine networks: a key determinant of the pathogenesis of cerebral malaria. [ 2008 - 2010 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: E/Pr Nicholas Hunt (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Helen Ball ,  Prof Georges Grau

Brief description Malaria is a parasitic disease that kills some 2 million people each year. It affects the Australian region, e.g. PNG and SE Asia. One of the most serious complications is cerebral malaria (CM). It affects the brain and is often fatal. This project will show whether the early meeting of the malaria parasite with the host's immune system determines if the infection will be a mild, resolving one or a severe, possibly lethal one causing CM. This is highly relevant to vaccine development strategies.

Funding Amount $AUD 480,989.35

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant