Molecular protection against mitochondrial DNA damage [ 2019 - ]

Research Grant

Brief description Mitochondria are the cells powerhouses. They convert the food and oxygen we consume into the critical chemical energy needed for our organs to function. Mitochondria have their own DNA genome, and mutations in this genome can cause severe diseases. This project will reveal the mechanism of action of a newly discovered molecule that protects organs from mtDNA lesions, and therefore uncover novel ways of treating mitochondrial disease.

Funding Amount $525,157.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant