Understanding gene-environment interactions in relation to risk of age-related cataract [ 2015 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Ms Ava Tan-Koay (Principal investigator)

Brief description Age-related cataract is the clouding of the lens, a leading cause of visual impairment among older persons. The burden of this common eye disease will only increase as the population ages. Besides age, other environmental and genetic risk factors that increase the risk of cataract have been identified. The aim of this research is to examine how the interplay of genes and environment contributes to age-related cataract formation, using population-based data of established studies.

Funding Amount $AUD 86,514.39

Funding Scheme Postgraduate Scholarships

Notes Public Health Postgraduate Scholarship