The scientific basis for the integration of surgery and immunotherapy for lung malignancies [ 2009 - 2012 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Bruce Robinson (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr John Alvarez ,  Dr Andrew Currie ,  Prof Richard Lake

Brief description The work in this grant focuses on the effects of cancer surgery (tumor resection and removal of lymph nodes) on the anti-cancer immune response. It also examines whether delivery of agents into the residual tumour bed following surgery can effectively boost the effects of surgery on the immune system. The results obtained will help guide the rational design of future combination surgery-immunotherapy treatment regimens.

Funding Amount $AUD 516,394.64

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant