The regulation of IgE antibody production by antigen-specific B cells [ 2013 - 2015 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Robert Brink (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Cindy Ma

Brief description Asthma and other allergies are caused by the inappropriate production of IgE antibodies by the immune system. IgE is not produced in response to most infections but the controls that normally prevent IgE production are unknown. We have identified two separate molecules that prevent IgE production during immune responses. In this proposal we aim to investigate how these controls work. This information may help to devise strategies for controlling IgE production and therefore allergic disease.

Funding Amount $AUD 454,105.58

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant