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Characterisation of human-specific anti-microbial pathways. (2010-2012)

Abstract

The immune system protects us against infectious disease by killing invading microbes or pathogens. Macrophages are white blood cells that are important for the recognition and destruction of pathogens. This project aims to investigate the role of certain genes, which are turned on in macrophages when they sense invading pathogens, in protecting us against infectious diseases such as tuberculosis and gastroenteritis.

Experts

Professor Matt Sweet

Affiliate of The Centre for Cell Bi
Centre for Cell Biology of Chronic Disease
Institute for Molecular Bioscience
NHMRC Leadership Fellow - GL
Institute for Molecular Bioscience
Matt Sweet
Matt Sweet

Professor Kate Stacey

Director of Research of School of C
School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences
Faculty of Science
Professor
School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences
Faculty of Science
Kate Stacey
Kate Stacey