The significance of glial dysfunction in retinopathy of prematurity [ 2009 - 2011 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Erica Fletcher (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Andrew Allen ,  Prof Jennifer Wilkinson-Berka

Brief description Abnormalities in cells at the back of the eye called photoreceptors are associated with at least 50% of all cases of blindness in this country.This project will determine whether substances released from dying photoreceptors cause the death of neighbouring cells. In addition we will examine whether treatments that block the actions of these released substances can prevent the death of photoreceptors, thereby providing a novel therapeutic agent for the treatment of devastating eye diseases.

Funding Amount $AUD 311,567.74

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant