Understanding the cardio-protective actions of the AT2R in females: Shifting gears between AT1 and AT2 receptor balance of function with relaxin. [ 2016 - 2019 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Kate Denton (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Chrishan Samuel ,  A/Pr Tim Hewitson ,  Prof James Pearson ,  Prof Robert Widdop

Brief description Women are protected from cardiovascular disease as compared to age-matched men, an effect lost with age. Understanding protective factors that act in females could be used to treat hypertension, heart failure and stroke in males at all ages, and maintain protection in elderly women. Our studies aim to determine if relaxin, an ovarian hormone, can promote cardiovascular health in women.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,082,057.12

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant