The role of the actomyosin cytoskeleton in T cell-mediated anti-tumour immunity [ 2016 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Wolfgang Weninger (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Maté Biro

Brief description T cells, specialised immune cells, are crucial in the defence against tumours. In order to reach cancerous target cells, T cells must enter tumour tissues from the blood stream and then effectively migrate in the extravascular space. This application aims to uncover the role of the cytoskeleton, a group of molecules driving cell shape change and motility, in the efficient execution of T cell anti-tumour function. These studies will aid the development of improved immunotherapies against cancer.

Funding Amount $616,950.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant