NEW INSIGHT INTO GLYCAN REQUIREMENTS FOR ROTAVIRUS-CELL ATTACHMENT AND ENTRY [ 2015 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Mark Von Itzstein (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Barbara Coulson ,  Prof Helen Blanchard

Brief description Rotavirus causes significant infection and loss of life in children, particularly in underdeveloped countries. This project will investigate the role of carbohydrates as contact points for this deadly virus towards the goal of developing novel vaccines and drug therapies.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,068,758.41

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant