Identification of brain regions involved in the regulation of coughing [ 2009 - 2012 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Stuart Mazzone (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Michael Farrell ,  Prof Gary Egan

Brief description Cough is a symptom of more than 100 clinical conditions of the respiratory system, and is the most common reason that people seek medical advice. However, currently available cough suppresant drugs are at best only modestly effective at treating cough disorders. In this study we aim to better understand how the brain regulates coughing in the hope to identify new therapeutic targets for relieving cough.

Funding Amount $AUD 431,146.37

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant