Determining fundamental mechanisms compromised in Kir-linked disease states [ 2015 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Jacqueline Gulbis (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Adam Hill ,  Prof Brian Smith

Brief description The human nervous system and organs are reliant on precisely controlled transmission of electrical currents through sodium and potassium channels. Their core functions are compromised when currents fail to switch on and off normally. Faulty potassium channels are implicated in diabetes, epilepsy and heart failure. This project re-examines the mechanisms controlling potassium channels, with a view to scientific and therapeutic discrimination between the different classes present in human cells.

Funding Amount $AUD 600,040.32

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant