Regulation of immune responses in the adult testis and male reproductive health [ 2017 - 2019 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Mark Hedger (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Ashley Mansell ,  Prof Andreas Meinhardt ,  Prof Katherine Loveland

Brief description This project investigates the main inflammatory cell, the macrophage, in male fertility and reproductive health. These studies investigate the macrophages found in the testes and the regulation of their functions required to protect and support the developing sperm. Understanding these processes will lead to new methods for treating male infertility, chronic pain and reproductive tract infections, as well as broader understanding of inflammatory disease, transplantation and autoimmunity.

Funding Amount $AUD 652,823.69

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant