Optimizing the differentiation and expansion of microglial progenitors from human pluripotent stem cells for the study and treatment of neurological disease [ 2015 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Colin Pouton (Principal investigator) ,  Dr John Haynes

Brief description Microglial cells play important roles in the development and function of the brain. They also profoundly influence the development and progression of many of the most common neurological disorders including Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, neoplasms, Parkinson’s disease, traumatic brain injury, schizophrenia, and autism. The project will use stem cell technology to produce human microglia, which will allow us and others to study the role of human microglial in neurological disease.

Funding Amount $AUD 915,719.27

Funding Scheme Targeted Calls

Notes CIRM - Tools and Technologies Stem Cells Research