A new monocyte atherogenic phenotype in chronic HIV disease. [ 2016 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Anthony Jaworowski (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Julian Elliott ,  Dr Anna Hearps ,  Prof Jennifer Hoy ,  Prof Suzanne Crowe

Brief description Most HIV+ people in Australia now die from cardiovascular disease, caused by atherosclerosis or thickening of coronary arteries. The ability of a white blood cell called the monocyte to prevent atherosclerosis is impaired in HIV. This project aims to understand how HIV does this and how we can reverse the effect. Understanding these processes will also help improve treatments to reduce heart disease in people with other chronic inflammatory conditions.

Funding Amount $AUD 649,971.78

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant