Ventilation heterogeneity and airway remodelling in asthma [ 2010 - 2015 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Francis Thien (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Philip Robinson ,  Dr Benjamin Harris ,  Dr Gary Cowin ,  Prof Bruce Thompson

Brief description Asthma is a common and important as a cause of significant symptoms and even death. Associated with asthma is narrowing and stiffening of the arways which causes uneven ventilation of the lungs and reduced lung function. We have developed a new technique of imaging the lungs, as well as new lung function tests which measure uneven ventilation and stiffening of airways. This will help us design better medications, and help predict those who are at risk or severe asthma and death.

Funding Amount $AUD 522,586.36

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant