Understanding axonal fusion: an alternative mechanism to repair injured axons. [ 2017 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Massimo Hilliard (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Frederic Meunier

Brief description Being able to repair an injured nerve by stitching the two damages sections back together is an incredible challenge in neurosurgery, and a highly desired outcome for the surgeon as well as for the patient suffering a spinal cord or peripheral injury. We have discovered molecules that mediate nerve repair by favouring the reconnection of the two separated fragments. We will study how they function, and if they can be applied to repair injured mammalian neurons.

Funding Amount $648,447.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant