Genetic Basis of Valvular Heart Disease [ 2012 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Christopher Semsarian (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Robert Weintraub ,  Dr Richard Bagnall ,  Prof David Winlaw

Brief description Valvular heart disease is a common cause of heart failure. Identification of the genetic causes of valvular heart disease has important implications in our understanding of these heart diseases, as well as translating these genetic discoveries into better diagnostic and prevention strategies in at-risk families. This research proposal seeks to perform a comprehensive clinical and genetic investigation of individuals and families with the two most common valvular heart diseases, mitral valve prolapse and congenital bicuspid aortic valve.

Funding Amount $AUD 448,771.23

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant