Novel function of heat shock protein 2A in the regulation of human sperm-egg interactions [ 2013 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Brett Nixon (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Eileen Mclaughlin ,  Prof Robert Aitken

Brief description Male infertility is an extremely common condition affecting around 1 in 20 Australian men. One of the major reasons for this pathology is that the spermatozoa have lost their ability to recognize the egg. In this project we shall investigate whether this defect is due to a deficiency in a specific protein (HSPA2). This project will provide new and powerful insights into the causes of male infertility, with practical implications for prevention, diagnosis and treatment of this condition.

Funding Amount $AUD 302,627.26

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant