Evaluation a novel vitronectin:growth factor complex for treatment of chronic venous leg ulcers [ 2008 - 2015 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Michael Stacey (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Hilary Wallace ,  Prof Zee Upton

Brief description Chronic leg ulcers in the elderly are an important problem, diminshing quality of life and costing at least A$1 billion per year. New treatments are urgently required. This study will test a new topical growth factor therapy designed to have greatly improved activity in wounds.The project is a collaboration between scientists and doctors at the Queensland Univeristy of Technology and the University of Western Australia. Many wound types may ultimately benefit from this treatment.

Funding Amount $AUD 854,975.20

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant