Investigation of Sudden Cardiac Death in the Young [ 2010 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Christopher Semsarian (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Jon Skinner ,  A/Pr Robert Weintraub ,  Dr Rajesh Puranik ,  Prof Johan Duflou

Brief description Sudden cardiac death is a major tragedy in young people. In approximately one third of such cases, no cause of death is found at autopsy. This study will investigate the causes of sudden cardiac death in the young, with a specific emphasis on the underlying genetic causes of sudden unexplained death. This information will be used for screening surviving family relatives, thereby improving both diagnostic and treatment-prevention opportunities and reducing sudden cardiac death in our community.

Funding Amount $AUD 682,823.55

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant