Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/GNT1079739]Researchers: Prof John Furness (Principal investigator) , Dr Leni Rivera
Brief description Constipation is a considerable problem, especially in the elderly; it occurs in 20-25% of people over 65 and in about 50% of people in nursing homes. It is also a significant concern for children, with up to 30% being affected. There are no adequate treatments and the majority of people are dissatisfied with their management. We have discovered a class of compounds that stimulate defecation. In this project we will test the effectiveness of these compounds to relieve constipation.
Funding Amount $362,543.00
Funding Scheme Project Grants
Notes Standard Project Grant
- nhmrc : GNT1079739
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/GNT1079739