Understanding Virulence in Staphylococcus aureus and Impacts on Host Response [ 2011 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Benjamin Howden (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Anton Peleg ,  Prof Kumar Visvanathan ,  Prof Tim Stinear

Brief description Golden Staph remains an important cause of serious infections in Australian patients. New strategies to combat this disease require a better understanding of how Golden Staph causes disease and escapes the natural human response to infection. This study will provide new insights into how Golden Staph causes disease, and provide a platform for developing new strategies to prevent and treat Golden Staph infections.

Funding Amount $AUD 574,890.52

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant