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Interferon epsilon, a key cytokine in the pathophysiology of the female reproductive tract mucosa

  • Hertzog, Paul (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI))
  • Mangan, Niamh (Chief Investigator (CI))
  • Lawley, Trevor (Chief Investigator (CI))

Project: Research

Project Details

Project Description

NHMRC Project grant to be submitted in 2017 for commencement in 2018.

Plain English Summary:

The female reproductive tract is a complex environment, which permits pregnancy but protects against infections, all under the influence of hormones and the resident microbial flora. We have discovered a novel protein called interferon epsilon that acts on cells in the female reproductive tract to regulate protection against infections. We propose to discover how this new protein works with a view to using it therapeutically in infections and inflammatory diseases affecting women's health.
Short titleIFNe FRT ILC
StatusFinished
Effective start/end date1/01/18 → 31/12/20

Funding

  • NHMRC - National Health and Medical Research Council (Australia): A$793,303.00
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