Role of LPS in encapsulation [ 2010 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Michelle Gee (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Richard Strugnell (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Trevor Lithgow

Brief description Some of the world's most important diseases, including important diseases of indigenous chilren and the hospitalised elderly are caused by bacteria that carry a surface coating called a capsule. It is not clear how this capsule is retained by bacteria. Resolution of this question could lead to the development of new disinfectants that will stop hospital-acquired infections, to new reagents that can be incoporated into medical devices where bacteria frequently grow, and new antibiotics.

Funding Amount $AUD 430,494.91

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant