Targeting KCa3.1 in diabetic nephropathy [ 2012 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Carol Pollock (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Xin-Ming Chen ,  Dr Sylvie Shen

Brief description Renal failure is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in persons with diabetes mellitus and accounts for the majority of renal disease worldwide. Renal fibrosis is the end result of progressive kidney disease. The proposed research aims to identify a new strategy by targeting specific channels in kidney cell membranes to arrest the development of enal fibrosis and hence progressive kidney disease caused by diabetes mellitus.

Funding Amount $AUD 601,386.44

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant