The mechanism of HSV-1 transport in sensory axons and its unique assembly at the axon terminus [ 2014 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Anthony Cunningham (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Monica Miranda Saksena ,  Dr Russell Diefenbach

Brief description Herpes simplex viruses 1 and 2 cause common diseases such as genital herpes and, occasionally, neonatal deaths and encephalitis and predisposes to HIV infection. New antiviral strategies are required for resistant viruses for control. These aims will be facilitated by understanding how HSV is transported down nerves and across into skin. In this study, we will define how a key viral protein plays a major role in assembly of the virus at the tip of the nerve before it enters skin.

Funding Amount $AUD 670,284.52

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant