Testing the lung microbiome to predict risk of frequent exacerbations in COPD [ 2017 - 2019 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Ian Yang (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr David Reid ,  A/Pr Lutz Krause ,  Prof Jodie Simpson

Brief description Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a disease of global importance. Exacerbations, mostly due to respiratory infection, are complications that lead to significant illness. This study will characterise the communities of microbes in the lung, and use this information to predict frequency of exacerbations of COPD measured over 12 months.

Funding Amount $AUD 681,680.36

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant