Investigation of the role of Type II PI 3-kinases in platelet function [ 2011 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Shaun Jackson (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Justin Hamilton

Brief description Inappropriate blood clot formation is the cause of most heart attacks and strokes, and platelets are the blood cells which form these clots. Current therapies that interfere with platelet function are used to prevent heart attack and stroke but are frequently ineffective. We will study the signals which control platelet incorporation into clots in order to discover improved therapeutic strategies for heart attack and stroke prevention.

Funding Amount $AUD 444,973.39

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant