Essential role of ERp5 in thrombosis [ 2018 - 2020 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Philip Hogg (Principal investigator)

Brief description Blood clotting is the underlying cause of heart attacks and strokes. We have discovered that the protein, ERp5, is essential for normal blood clotting. Our preliminary findings indicate that ERp5 controls the function of blood platelets in clotting. Our overall aim is to elucidate how ERp5 regulates platelet function. It is crucial that we understand how ERp5 functions in blood clotting if we are to effectively target it in disease.

Funding Amount $AUD 454,648.20

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant