EGF peptide signalling improves oocyte maturation and quality [ 2014 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Robert Gilchrist (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Jeremy Thompson ,  Dr David Mottershead ,  Prof Johan Smitz

Brief description Infertility is common and although IVF is widely accepted, the procedure is expensive and is associated with health risks. Using laboratory animals, we have developed significant new insights into mechanisms regulating egg quality. These insights have allowed us to develop a new approach to infertility treatment - crucially, one that eliminates the need for ovarian hormone therapy used in IVF. This project will investigate the basic mechanisms underlying our new approach to enable safe clinical implementation.

Funding Amount $AUD 586,891.92

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant