Improving clinical translation in stroke: targeting cerebral oedema in a large animal model [ 2015 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Renee Turner (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Robert Vink

Brief description A common and life-threatening complication of stroke is brain swelling which is the leading cause of death within one week of stroke and a predictor of poor outcome. Current treatments for brain swelling are inadequate. We have developed a drug that blocks the action of the neuropeptide substance P, which is involved in the development of swelling. We will assess the efficacy of this treatment to reduce brain swelling and improve long-term outcome in a relevant pre-clinical model of stroke.

Funding Amount $AUD 637,530.58

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant