Stem cell treatment for tendon degeneration [ 2009 - 2011 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Christopher Little (Principal investigator) ,  Dr James Melrose ,  Dr Margaret Smith ,  Dr Richard Appleyard ,  Prof David Sonnabend
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Brief description Degeneration and tearing of tendons such as the rotator cuff is a major health issue in working and ageing Australians. Tendon ruptures are preceded by degenerartive change which contributes to the poor success with surgical repair. There are very limited medical treatments available. We have developed an animal model mimicing human tendon dgeneration and will determine the utility and mechanisms of action of using a novel new therapy, stem cells in modulating degenerarion and aiding repair.

Funding Amount $AUD 685,269.89

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant