The TERT locus as a susceptibility gene for ovarian and breast cancer: genetic and functional evaluation [ 2011 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Jonathan Beesley (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Hilda Pickett ,  Dr Sharon Johnatty ,  Prof Roger Reddel

Brief description Breast and ovarian cancer, which are among the commonest cancers in Australian women, share similar causes. We have found that a gene involved in maintaining the ends of chromosomes increases risk of ovarian cancer. The project aims to explore this further, and also to determine whether it also increases risk of breast cancer.

Funding Amount $AUD 394,601.48

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant