Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1054736]Researchers: Dr Peng Lei (Principal investigator)
Brief description Recently I co-discovered a novel relationship between the AlzheimerÍs amyloid precursor protein and tau, both of which play a role in regulating neuronal iron levels. I predict that multiple failures in iron-regulating systems could foster a toxic iron accumulation in brain, leading to the development of neurodegenerative diseases. I hope to gain a better understanding of their mechanism of action and propose that this pathway is a target for therapeutic intervention.
Funding Amount $AUD 312,085.57
Funding Scheme Early Career Fellowships
Notes Peter Doherty Biomedical ECF
- nhmrc : 1054736
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1054736
