Identification of the pathophysiologically relevant NADPH oxidase isoform in human cardiovascular disease - role of NOX5 [ 2009 - 2011 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Harald Schmidt (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Patrick Perlmutter (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Kirstin Wingler ,  Dr Russell Brown

Brief description Cardiovascular diseases are the number one cause of death world-wide. Yet we do not know enough about what causes them to reliably identify and treat, let alone prevent these diseases. Therefore, this project will examine the underlying mechanisms of cardiovascular diseases, which will lead to the development of novel therapies.

Funding Amount $AUD 495,488.53

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant