Molecular pathogenesis of emerging West Nile viruses [ 2013 - 2015 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Alexander Khromykh (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Mario Lobigs ,  Dr Helle Bielefeldt-Ohmann ,  Prof Roy Hall

Brief description West Nile virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne virus that causes potentially fatal encephalitis in humans and horses. This project will investigate the recent emergence of pathogenic for horses WNV in Australia and the potential of this new isolate to cause severe disease in humans. We will define the viral and host factors determining the outcome of WNV infection. This project will provide knowledge on the factors involved in the emergence of virulent WNV strains from attenuated isolates.

Funding Amount $AUD 594,133.70

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant