Understanding the Role of MAIT cells in health and Disease [ 2014 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Alexandra Corbett (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Lars Kjer-Nielsen (Principal investigator) ,  Prof James Mccluskey

Brief description A specialised set of T lymphocytes called Mucosal Associated Invariant T (MAIT) cells protect us from bacteria and yeast at mucosal sites where the body's immune defences are most easily breached, e.g. gut, oral cavity, airways & reproductive tract. This study investigates the role of MAIT cells in health and in diseases like inflammatory bowel disease, peptic ulceration, periodontitis and tuberculosis. Controlling MAIT cells could help in treating these conditions.

Funding Amount $AUD 547,593.11

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant