A novel mesenchymal stromal cell and biomaterial for corneal reconstruction [ 2013 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Damien Harkin (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Dietmar Hutmacher ,  Prof Kerry Atkinson ,  Prof Lawrence Hirst ,  Prof Traian Chirila

Brief description Our research group has identified a new cell type (L-MSC) with the potential to treat a variety of eye diseases. We have also developed a novel material from a protein found in silk, that has potential as a vehicle for delivering healthy cells into diseased eyes. The present project will build upon these promising results by evaluating the properties of L-MSC necessary for clinical use and by testing the feasibility of our new cell delivery system.

Funding Amount $AUD 508,611.66

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant