Understanding novel viral host interactions that modulate innate immunity [ 10/1/2021 - 9/30/2025 ]

Research Grant

Brief description Lethal viruses such as coronaviruses (MERS, SARS-CoV-1, SARS-CoV-2), Dengue, Zika, Hendra, and Nipah have developed effective mechanisms of replication by dampening the host immune system. Here we will examine how viruses carry out these immune evasion functions, and test antiviral drugs that can prevent these effects in a highly specific manner. If this idea can be proved, it will provide great promise for the development of new antivirals whilst minimising the toxic effects to the cell.

Funding Amount $764,246

Funding Scheme Ideas Grants

Chief Investigator Prof Jade Forwood

Notes Ideas Grants