High penetrance deleterious mutations in blinding glaucoma [ 2016 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Jamie Craig (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Alex Hewitt ,  A/Pr Kathryn Burdon ,  A/Pr Stuart Macgregor

Brief description This project aims to identify the genes most commonly mutated in individuals with advanced glaucoma. Identification of such genes will lead to improved understanding of glaucoma pathogenesis, a better ability to predict risk, and the identification of drug targets for novel therapies.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,371,584.47

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant