The role of redox-related post-translational changes of complement factor H (CFH) in age-related macular degeneration [ 2014 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Steven Krilis (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Michele Madigan ,  Dr Bill Giannakopoulos

Brief description Patients with AMD experience loss of central vision and this disorder is the leading cause of blindness in those aged over 50 years in Australia. There are currently no effective treatments for dry AMD. We have identified a protein that undergoes a modification in the blood and the eyes of humans with AMD that has given us new insights into how AMD develops. Specific therapies targeting this modified protein may offer a new treatment for this important cause of blindness.

Funding Amount $AUD 652,019.30

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant