Optimising lung protective ventilation at birth using the volumetric response of the lung in a preterm lamb model [ 2014 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr David Tingay (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Raffaele Dellaca ,  Prof Peter Dargaville

Brief description Prematurity is a common problem which constitutes a major health-care burden. The preterm lung often cannot function independently at birth but is very fragile and susceptible to damage from the very first breathes of life. Life-saving mechanical ventilatory support must protect the lung from injury as well aid lung function. This project aims to improve ventilation strategies for supporting and protecting the preterm lung using novel approaches and innovative technologies.

Funding Amount $AUD 611,021.79

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant