A New Paradigm for Class I Cytokine Receptor Activation [ 2015 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Andrew Brooks (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Alan Mark ,  Prof Michael Waters

Brief description Class I cytokine receptors include around 30 receptors with diverse functions such as controlling metabolism and inflammation. Cytokine receptors are molecular switches on cells that receive signals from other cells and transmit this signal into the cell’s nucleus to control the regulation of genes. This project will determine the molecular mechanisms involved in class I cytokine receptors and use this knowledge to develop novel ways to modulate these receptors for clinical applications.

Funding Amount $AUD 954,946.12

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant