Functional genomics of malaria liver infection and transmission [ 2017 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Justin Boddey (Principal investigator)

Brief description Chemotherapy is the front line defense against malaria but resistance is emerging. The WHO has advised that new drugs should target parasite stages that perpetuate the transmission of malaria to break the cycle of infection. We have identified proteins that are essential for the two transmissive stages of the most deadly parasite to infect their hosts. We will determine the precise function of these proteins and the mechanisms they govern. This may guide the development of new interventions.

Funding Amount $470,144.00

Funding Scheme Career Development Fellowships

Notes RD Wright Biomedical CDF