Molecular Dissection of Aberrant IL6/gp130 and TGF? Signaling in the Pathogenesis of Interstitial Pneumonitis [ 2012 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Toby Phesse (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Robert O'Donoghue ,  Prof Gary Anderson

Brief description Interstitial pneumonia (IP) is frequently observed in the group of lung diseases which affect the transfer of oxygen from inhaled air into the bloodstream. Current treatments for these diseases only effectively manage patient’s symptoms but don’t cure patients of IP. We have developed a strategy to identify the exact cell type responsible for an acute IP and the molecular intermediates that may offer novel treatments and pave the way for a possible cure for this disease.

Funding Amount $AUD 590,009.23

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant