Manipulation of neural pathways for bone healing [ 2009 - 2011 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Paul Baldock (Principal investigator) ,  Prof David Little

Brief description Orthopaedic medicine utilises precise control of critical aspects of the bone healing response. This proposal looks at a novel, and powerful neural-based method for controlling these processes. This will be done by modulating the activity of the neuropeptide Y1 receptor, recently identified on osteoblastic cells and capable of powerful, inverse regulation of bone formation activity. Harnessing these effects will provide a critical tool for existing surgical practice.

Funding Amount $AUD 469,740.14

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant