Prion-like behaviour in immunity: super-sized signalling platforms? [ 2016 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Yann Gambin (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Emma Sierecki ,  Dr Jeremie Rossy ,  Dr Nicholas Ariotti ,  Dr Thomas Ve

Brief description Prions have been mostly associated with pathologies but recent discoveries show that prion-like behaviour may be beneficial, enhancing our immune response for example. To test this, we want to systematically explore all human proteins involved in the defence against pathogens, find new prion-like trends and probe their role in the innate immune response.

Funding Amount $611,995.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant