Molecular studies of dentine phosphophoryn and development of a biomimetic dental restorative material. [ 2003 - 2005 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Eric Reynolds (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Neil O'Brien-Simpson ,  Dr Keith Cross ,  Dr Laila Huq ,  Gert Talbo
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Brief description This project involves the study of a protein that is found in teeth and is responsible for the development of dentine. The project involves characterisation of this protein and its interaction with calcium phosphate mineral using a variety of techniques. The information obtained will allow the synthesis of a peptide that will mimick the function of phosphophoryn. This peptide will be used together with stabilized amorphous calcium phosphate in a novel dental restorative material that will help protect the surrounding tooth tissue.The outcome will be an improved understanding of the design principles used by nature to engineer teeth. The significance is the potential development of biocompatible, superior dental restorative materials.

Funding Amount $AUD 444,750.00

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant