Establishing STARS as a therapeutic target to reduce muscle wasting and improve muscle function [ 2013 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Aaron Russell (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Gordon Lynch

Brief description Muscle wasting occurs rapidly with disuse after injuries occurring at work, during sport, with chronic disease and in road accidents. It is also a consequence of ageing. Muscle wasting and reduced muscle function places considerable financial strain on our health care system. We aim to use gene therapy and pharmacological interventions to increase the levels of a protein called STARS. We hypothesize that STARS will reduce disuse-induced muscle wasting, increase recovery and improve function.

Funding Amount $AUD 446,189.76

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant