Exploring the innate immune system of bone marrow [ 2015 - 2019 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Meredith O'Keeffe (Principal investigator)

Brief description My work focuses on cells of the immune system that act as sentinels on the lookout for invading pathogens and danger. These cells are called dendritic cells. I am particularly interested in understanding how these cells function within the bone marrow environment and how they may sense viral infection or cancerous cells within this tissue. We aim to understand their function in specific diseases including Lupus and in pre-leukemia conditions, and also in infectious and parasitic diseases.

Funding Amount $AUD 638,517.02

Funding Scheme Research Fellowships

Notes Research Fellowship