Myeloma Plasma Cell Dormancy - 'Eradicating the Sleeping Giant' [ 2018 - 2020 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Peter Croucher (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Tri Phan ,  Prof Andrew Zannettino

Brief description Multiple myeloma is a fatal cancer that develops in the skeleton. Current therapies are initially effective, but patients develop resistance and the disease returns. This makes the search for drugs to overcome resistance a priority. Myeloma cells can hide in bone in a dormant state where they are insensitive to chemotherapy. We have identified new drug targets in dormant cells. We are investigating whether these new targets can be used eradicate myeloma cells and cure the disease.

Funding Amount $AUD 846,109.98

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant