Studies on induction of antigen specific T regulatory cells to control autoimmunity [ 2013 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Suzanne Hodgkinson (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Giang Tran ,  Dr Lindsay Dent ,  Dr Nirupama Verma ,  Prof Bruce Hall

Brief description The immune system has natural control mechanisms, called regulatory cells. Our group was the first in the world to correctly identify these cells. There is now a world-wide interest in these cells as they can prevent unwanted immune mediated injury. In autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, regulatory cells can prevent relapse and progression. This project will identify ways of producing potent specific regulatory cells to control multiple sclerosis and other debilitating neurological diseases.

Funding Amount $AUD 353,033.50

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant