Brain Injury In The Premature Born Infant: Stem Cell Regeneration Research Network
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$496,587.00
Summary
This project will validate to the stage of clinical trials a human mesenchymal stem cell paradigm to prevent brain injury associated with preterm birth: encephalopathy of prematurity (EoP), which leads to lifelong disability in millions of infants every year. We will achieve this by applying our vast expertise in EoP, across 7 in vivo and 11 in vitro models of EoP, by applying cutting-edge imaging approaches and partnering with experienced patient/consumer advocacy and industry partners.
DigiCare4You - An Intersectoral Innovative Solution Involving DIGItal Tools, Empowering Families And Integrating Community CARE Services For The Prevention And Management Of Type 2 Diabetes And Hypertension
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$489,307.00
Summary
The overall aim of the research is to design and implement an innovative intervention that will bring together the available community-care infrastructure, human resources and services, as well as technological advancements on digital health, for the early prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes and hypertension. The active involvement of Australian researchers in this international collaboration ensures that this innovation and its benefits will be transferred to Australia in the future.