Pathophysiology, site of disease onset and mechanisms of spread in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis [ 2017 - 2021 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Ostoja Vucic (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Parvathi Menon ,  Dr William Huynh

Brief description Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a fatal disease of the human motor system resulting in progressive paralysis of voluntary muscles and death within 5 years of symptom onset. A key unresolved issue in the understanding of where ALS starts and what factors drive the disease. This project will utilise sophisticated techniques to determine the site of onset, factors controlling disease spread and ultimately identify treatment targets that could slow down or even stop disease progression.

Funding Amount $AUD 722,128.04

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant