The function of the natural antisense ghrelin receptor gene (GHSROS) in cancer [ 2011 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Lisa Chopin (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Michelle Hill ,  Dr Michelle Colgrave ,  Dr Penelope Jeffery ,  E/Pr Adrian Herington

Brief description Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer deaths in men and women in the world and the incidence in Australia is rising with our aging population. Survival rates for lung cancer are very poor. We have discovered a new gene that is produced by lung cancer cells and may contribute to the aggressive nature of this disease. We will investigate this gene to determine if it could be a useful target for new therapies for lung cancer and it determine its utility as a biomarker for the severity of the disease.

Funding Amount $AUD 493,750.49

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant