A targeted molecular approach to treating scabies and associated bacterial infections. [ 2016 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Katja Fischer (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Lutz Krause ,  Dr Deborah Holt ,  Dr Simone Reynolds ,  Prof Bart Currie

Brief description Chronic infestation of human skin with parasitic scabies mites is a severe health burden in Australian Indigenous communities and other disadvantaged communities around the world. Secondary infections with bacteria exacerbate this skin problem, with long-term, systemic and often fatal consequences including rheumatic heart disease. Analyses of the scabies mite genome and associated bacteria will accelerate biomedical research toward improved treatment and control of this neglected disease.

Funding Amount $AUD 532,550.65

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant