Cellular cross-talk between liver progenitor cells and hepatic stellate cells is required for hepatic fibrogenesis [ 2015 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Grant Ramm (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Janina Tirnitz-Parker ,  Prof John Olynyk

Brief description Deloitte Access Economics data proposes the total economic burden of liver disease in Australia in 2012 was >$50 billion. This study will identify how the liver heals itself by inducing liver cell populations which interact to regenerate damaged liver tissue in chronic liver disease. This knowledge may lead to the development of novel therapeutic interventions for the treatment of liver scarring and liver cancer, and to assist in normal liver regeneration following chronic liver disease.

Funding Amount $AUD 618,517.75

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant