Genetic determinants of antigenic escape in malaria parasites [ 2019 - ]

Research Grant

Brief description This project aims to understand how malaria parasites to evade immune responses, which is critical for development of vaccines and diagnostic tests. Using samples from people who are naturally infected with malaria, we will analyse their immune responses and the strains they are infected with to understand what mutations are required for parasites to repeatedly infect their hosts. The major outcome of this project will be a system for designing more effective malaria interventions.

Funding Amount $1,108,761.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant